Nahargarh Fort, Jaipur is the perfect showcase of the royal heritage of Rajasthan. This beautiful and huge architecture stands on the edge of the Aravalli Hills, overlooking the pink city of Jaipur. The Nahargarh Fort’s history says that it was in 1734 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, founder of Jaipur as a retreat place. Along with the Amer Fort and Jaigharh Fort, the Nahargarh Fort formed a strong defense for Jaipur city at that time. The fort is a showcase of Indo-European architecture and has many huge structures inside it. The main entrance gate ‘Tadigate ‘ has a temple dedicated to Jaipur rulers and another one dedicated to Rathore prince. Madhavendra Bhawan in the fort is the summer destinations for the royal family. The Palace has boudoirs for the queens. The fort looks brilliant when floodlit at night. The Nahargarh Fort has been the shooting location of the Bollywood movie Rang de Basanti.

The Hawa Mahal or the ‘Palace of the Winds’ is one of the most renowned and distinctive landmarks in the Jaipur city of Rajasthan. The Hawa Mahal was built in 1799 by King Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch and enjoy the life and processions of the city. The main highlight of this unique five-storied palace is its pyramid shape which is also the shape of the crown of Lord Krishna. It’s other main attraction is its 953 windows or ‘Jharokhas’ which are decorated with intricate designs. The Hawa Mahal is built from pink sandstone and this iconic structure serves as a retreat to visitors when viewed completely from outside. The Hawa Mahal images also serve as wallpapers for many desktops. The Hawa Mahal is now under the Archaeological Department of Government of Rajasthan and also houses an archaeological museum in the courtyard. The top offers stunning views of the Jantar Mantar, City Palace, and the Sireh Deori Bazaar.

The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is an astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century. The Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five such magnificent observatories built in India. It was built by Maharaj Jai Singh II in the 1720s who himself was a great scholar in Astronomy. It was used to measure the distances and positions of celestial objects. The Jantar Mantar of Jaipur houses the world’s largest sundial called the ‘Samrat Yantra’. The Jantar Mantar monument consists of 19 large instruments each serving a very specific purpose. It also contains fourteen geometric devices to measure time and track celestial bodies and also observe the planets around the sun. This is the most significant, most comprehensive, and the best preserved of India’s historic observatories. It is an expression of the astronomical skills and cosmological concepts of the court of a scholarly prince at the end of the Mughal period. The Jantar Mantar entry fees are INR 50 for Indians and INR 200 for foreign travelers.

The City Palace Jaipur is a splendid example of the foresight that Maharaja Jai Singh II had. The Jaipur City Palace is a beautiful blend of Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture. Located in the heart of Jaipur, The City Palace was where the Maharaja reigned from. The City Palace complex houses the famous Mubarak Mahal, the place of reception and the Chandra Mahal. The Chandra Mahal is a seven storied tower. Many sections of the Mubarak Mahal and the Chandra Mahal has now been converted into museums and art galleries that displays a vast and unique collection of royal costumes, delicate Pashmina shawls, Banarasi silk sarees and dresses with Sanganeri prints and folk embroidery. There are three entrance gates namely Virendra Pol, Udai Pol and the Tripolia Gate. The Maharani Palace of the complex was specially made for the queens. The City Palace will give you a royal experience and is a must visit place in Jaipur. The wedding ceremony at the Jaipur City Palace is every couple’s dream in Jaipur.

Amber Fort is one of the most important tourist destination in Jaipur. This fort is also called as the Amer Palace or the Amer Fort. The Amber Fort and Palace was built from yellow and pink sandstone and white marble and is divided into four major sections, each having its own courtyard. The Amer Fort is about 6 centuries old and was built as a strong, safe haven against the attacking enemies. The paintings, interiors, carvings, precious stones and mirrors make this palace more stunning and magnificent. The main buildings inside the Amber Palace are Diwaan-e-Aam for the public, Sukh Niwaas for king and queens. The Sheesh Mahal of Amber Fort is the most famous and beautiful part of it. Many classic Bollywood movies like Mughal-e-Azam has been shot here. The entrance fee of Amber Fort is INR 10 to INR 550. Elephant Ride costs INR 1100 and the light shows in the Fort charges a nominal amount of INR 100- INR 200. The splendor of the palace is enhanced in the evening when the Palace is lit up.

The Jaigarh Fort of Jaipur is one of the magnificent royal constructions of Jaipur that grabs the attention of tourists. The Jaigarh Fort is intact and was built by Jai Singh II in 1726 to protect the Amber fort and palaces. The huge structure with unending walls is situated on the Aravalli Hills overlooking the Maota Lake at a distance of 15 km from the Jaipur city. The Jaigarh Fort treasure story is famous worldwide. It is believed that a huge treasure was buried under the fort which Rajasthan Government seized in the 1970s. The carvings on the walls along with the rainwater harvesting system make this fort an architectural wonder. The fort has many complexes to store weapons and war utilities. The Fort also houses a museum that displays the weapons and war utilities. The Jaigarh Fort to Amber Fort is connected via subterranean passages. The fort also houses world’s largest cannon on wheels- Jaiban. The fort also has a beautiful garden for resting and picnic.

The exquisite building of the Albert Hall Museum, Jaipur is housed in the center of Ram Niwas Garden. It is the oldest museum of Rajasthan and has become an important place to visit in Jaipur. Also called as the Government Central Museum, the Albert Hall Museum is modeled on the Albert Museum of London and represents the Indo- Saracenic style of architecture. The main attraction of the Albert Hall Museum is the building itself, with its beautifully elaborate domes and carved arches constructed from inland stone. The museum displays a vast range of antique objects like metal objects, wood crafts, carpets, stone and metal sculptures, arms and weapons, natural stones and ivory goods. It also houses a large collection of miniatures from Bundi, Kota, Kishangarh, Udaipur and Jaipur schools of art. The Albert Hall Museum’s timing is from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The entry fee to Albert Hall Museum is INR 10-20 for Indians and INR 75-150 for foreigners. Photography is allowed inside the museum and you can click Albert Hall Museum’s images. 150 rs for foreigners

Jal Mahal ( Water Palace) is one of the most astonishing monuments of the pink city Jaipur. Also called Lake Palace, this exquisite building is built in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake and the palace appears to float on it. The light, sand-colored stone walls and the deep blue of the water make for a wonderful contrast. The Jal Mahal is a five storied building, four of which remains under water. The Palace was built by Maharaja Madho Singh I for his duck hunting parties. The architecture of the palace resembles a perfect blend of Rajput and Mughal style of architecture. The majestic scene of this palace floating on the Man Sagar Lake makes it the most photographed monument of Jaipur. The Jal Mahal’s images look stunning in the evening when the whole palace is lit up. Tourists also enjoy the variety of street food market and camel rides near the Palace. There used to be gondolas which provided romantic boat rides across the lake but it has been stopped now. The Palace is now to be transformed into an ultra-exclusive restaurant.

Jaipur is known for its Pink City Streets where you can shop in the local market and buy some souvenir for your close ones. Apart from historical buildings and traditional culture, Jaipur also has some of the best street shopping places in the Jaipur Pink City street. The best shopping places in the Pink City Street Market includes the Johari Bazaar in Jaipur for gem, jewelers, handicrafts. The Tibetan Market in Jaipur for Momos, pickles, jackets, Yarns and Handlooms. The Tripolia Bazaar Jaipur for bangles, brassware, textiles, carpets. The Aravali bazar in Jaipur for ethnic handicrafts, wooden boxes, toys. The Chandpole Bazaar in Jaipur for colorful fabrics, marbles. Nagar Nigam Market for some great variety of clothing items. Nehru bazaar for footwear, textiles, handmade arts. Sireh Deori Bazaar for Jaipuri Quilts, leather shoes, knick-knacks. These are some of the best street markets of Jaipur that offers museum collections, textiles, arts and natural products.

The Sanjay Sharma Museum Jaipur displays a precious collection of objects gathered by the parents of Sanjay Sharma, who died at an early age. Located close to the famous Jal Mahal of Jaipur and Johri Bazaar, this museum holds unexpected delights for history enthusiasts. It is one of the remarkable centers of Indian Heritage. The museum leaves its visitors enthralled by the inexhaustible store of Vedic Literature, rare paintings for India as well as other parts of the world, famous artistic creations, a precious specimen of craft in wood, iron, stone, textile, sculpture and so on. The major attraction of the Sanjay Sharma Museum of Jaipur is the incredible collection of 1,25,000 manuscripts on Palm-Leaf, birch-bark and paper covering 48 subjects in 16 languages. It also displays rare materials related to Tantra, Mantra, Yantra, Astrology, Astronomy, Palmistry, Cosmology, Ayurveda and much more. The Sanjay Sharma Museum and Research Institute, Jaipur is also a research center and lots of students and faculties are researching on various subjects of their interest.