Jaipur Sights

Hawa Mahal

#11 of 79 things to do in Jaipur

#479 of 3588 things to do in India

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  • Address
    • Johari Bazaar Old City
  • Price
    • Indian/foreigner Rs10/50, video Rs20/70
  • Hours
    • 9am-4.30pm Sat-Thu

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Lonely Planet review for Hawa Mahal

Jaipur’s most distinctive landmark, the Hawa Mahal is a remarkable, five-storey, delicately honeycombed, pink sandstone structure. It 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 shutters. The top offers stunning views over the Jantar Mantar and the City Palace in one direction, and over Siredeori Bazaar in the other. Inside there’s a small museum evoking the royal past.

 

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