Jaipur is the largest city and capital of the state of Rajasthan in Northern India. Located at a distance of 260 kilometers from New Delhi, the capital of India, it is included within the Golden Triangle tourist circuit, which means that it is a popular destination for local and foreign tourists and serves as an important gateway to other destinations in the state, such as Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Udaipur.
Sightseeing destinations in Jaipur
As a major tourist destination in India, Jaipur is ranked as one of the best places to visit in Asia. It is home to the Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre, which is Rajasthan’s biggest convention and exhibition centre that is famous for organizing huge events. Great places of interest (some of which are UNESCO Heritage Sites) include the Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, City Palace, Amer Fort, Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Galtaji, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Garh Ganesh Temple, Sri Kali Temple, Birla Mandir, Sanganeri Gate, Jaipur Zoo, as well as the parks, Sisodiya Rani Bagh and Kanak Vrindavan.
Top tour activities in Jaipur
Here are the best things to do to get the most out of your trip to this beautiful city:
- Explore its history and attractions - The city is a great place to satisfy your cravings to see palaces and to get a glimpse of the lifestyle of the rulers of the bygone era. You can explore its strong forts and marvelous architecture that show how good the artisans of the past are. If you fancy elephant rides, Jaipur lets you do it for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Join its festivals - Jaipur is known for having colorful festivals, including the Elephant Festival and Gangaur. For the former, it is celebrated on the day of the Holi Festival, which is usually held in March, starting with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, horses, camels and folk dancers, and featuring elephant polo and the Elephant Dance. As for the latter, it is one of the most important festivals in Rajasthan, which is observed throughout the state during March to April with great devotion and fervor by women who worship Gauri, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is also the celebration of marital fidelity, spring and harvest.
Top tour attractions in Jaipur
It can be difficult to decide which you will put on top of your list if places to visit in this city. To help you with this task, you can start with these top attractions:
- Pink City - Also known as the Old City, this place will let you experience the originality and the traditional touch of its glorious past. It is widely popular for having magnificent palaces, especially the City Palace.
- Hawa Mahal - This palace offers a stunning presentation of the rich architectural expertise of the past. While here, you should visit its archeological museum.
- Amber Fort - This is also called Amer Fort, due to its location—Amer—which is around 11 kilometers from the city. The red sandstone and marble stone construction reflects a blend of Hindu-Muslim architecture.
Jaipur sightseeing tours and activities
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