Jaipur is a catalog of the architectural speculates accepting the rich heritage of India. The miscellany of the long-gone era, show offs the sovereignty of Jaipur. There are numerous forts and monuments in Jaipur that acquire high significance. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort are the three historic as well as majestic forts that grant the extravagant sight of the city. In the spirits of Jaipur, there lies the dazzling City Palace. The Pink city leaves its mark with the sight of the amazing Hawa Mahal.
Amber Fort is located in Amber (Jaipur), which used to be the capital of the Kachhwaha clan, prior to Jaipur becoming the official capital in 17th century. The majestic Amber Fort delivers the stunning enigma of golden era of Kings and Queens, architecture of this royal fort is all-built with white marble and red sandstone. Adding to the charisma, Maotha Lake makes its foreground.
City Palace is one of the most celebrated tourist appealing and a main milestone in Jaipur. The striking palace was erected by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during his supremacy. Among the variety of forts and palaces of Jaipur, City Palace maintains its stupendous art and architecture. City Palace vicinity comprises of a large area, which is separated into various portion namely gardens, courtyards and buildings.
Gaitore being royal cremation ground of Royal Family members of Jaipur and is situated on the Jaipur-Amber road, about 14 kms from Jaipur. To honor and pay homage to the reign of every King, there are number of cenotaph designated with their names. “Chhatris” (means Umbrella) is the name given to those cenotaphs as the King or Maharajas acted as savior and care takers of Jaipur.
Hawa Mahal is a main attraction and a renowned tourist attraction of Jaipur. The Palace offers a striking vista to observe. The grand Rajputana architecture of Hawa Mahal, still exhibits the grandeur of the imperial family. However, one can also discover a foretaste of Mughal architecture.
Jaigarh Fort is sited on the crown of the hill, by the forename of Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles). Jaigarh Fort is also branded as the ‘Victory Fort’, situated at a contented distance of 15kms from Jaipur. Jaigarh Fort is well thought-out as one of the magnificent forts in India.
Jantar Mantar at Jaipur is the biggest stone observatory across the globe and this attribute makes it, a unique destination for a tourists. Jantar Mantar of Jaipur is one of the five astronomical observation centre built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the creator of Jaipur.
Nahargarh Fort is a historic fort located in Jaipur. It is situated on the Aravalli hills, over looking the pink city of Jaipur. The fort was built in 1734 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of jaipur, as a defense for the city.
