Jaipur Sights

  1. City Palace

    This palace is impressive - a vast complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings. The outer wall was built by Maharaja Jai Singh II (1693-1743), but other additions are much more recent, some dating from the early 20th century. Today the palace is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Beyond the main courtyard is the seven-storey Chandra Mahal, the maharaja's residence (off limits to visitors).

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  2. Hawa Mahal

    Jaipur's most distinctive landmark, Hawa Mahal is a remarkable, delicately honeycombed pink-sandstone structure. The five-storey building was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawaj Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city. It's an amazing example of Rajput artistry, and remains a great place for people-watching from behind the small broken shutters.

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  3. Nahargarh

    Built in 1734 and extended in 1868, sturdy Nahargarh overlooks the city from a sheer ridge to the north. An 8km road runs up to the fort through the hills from Jaipur, or it can be reached along a zigzagging 2km footpath. There are some interesting furnished rooms in the fort and glorious views - it's a popular picnic spot on weekends, and the perfect place to catch the sunset.

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