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Amer
2h
Amer, located just 12 km from Jaipur, is a historic town renowned for its stunning cultural heritage. It's home to the majestic Fort and Palace, an architectural marvel with intricate designs and breathtaking views. Visitors can explore the beautiful courtyards, grand halls, and ornate palaces within the fort. The town also features the serene Maota Lake and the elegant Jagat Shiromani Temple. Amer’s blend of historical significance and cultural vibrancy makes it a must-visit destination near Jaipur.
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Panna Meena ka Kund
30m
Panna Meena ka Kund is also known as Panna Meena ki Baoli is an ancient stepwell located near the Amber Fort. The stepwell was once the source of water as well as a community gathering spot. The symmetrical stairs of this eight-story stepwell are so flawlessly designed that they will give a fabulous photographic location.
Timings: Open all day
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Jal Mahal
15m
Built during the Rajput era, the Jal Mahal, or the Water Palace is one of the classic creations of the Rajputana style of architecture. Built-in red sandstone, Jal Mahal is a beautiful five-story building of which four storeys remain underwater when the lake is filled. It offers a breathtaking view of the palace and makes it one of the important Jaipur tourist places.
Timings: Open All Day
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Royal Gaitor Tumbas
45m · Admission ticket not included
Royal Gaitor in Jaipur is a royal cremation ground of the Kachhwaha Rajputs. It was chosen as the designated place by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur is often shifted the capital to the city. The cremation of every Kachhwaha king was done here. The only cenotaph missing here is one of the Maharaja Sawai Ishwari Singh whose cremation was done in the City Palace complex in Jaipur.
Timings: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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The City Palace
2h · Admission ticket not included
The most remarkable monument in the heart of Jaipur, City Palace is guarded by huge impounding walls showing a fusion of Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture. The palace has kept the amplitude of the Rajputs alive for years and ages. Baggi khana showcases the different carriages used by the Royal Families of Jaipur.
Major attractions: Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Jaleb Chowk, Tripolia Gate, Virendra Pol, etc.
Timings: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
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Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
45m · Admission ticket not included
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the ruler of the city was one of the best theorists of ancient India. After achieving the milestone of constructing the planned city of Jaipur, as well as several other scientific and architectural epitomes. The maharaja built five astronomical instruments to study space. The largest of these instruments is in Jaipur and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Major attractions: Samrat Yantra, Ram Yantra, Vrihat Smarat Yantra, Jaya Prakash Yantra, etc.
Timings: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
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Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze
45m · Admission ticket not included
Also known as the Palace of Winds, Hawa Mahal is also called as Palace of Breeze. It is one of the most important places to visit in Jaipur. Built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, Hawa Mahal is a five-story structure in the honeycomb style. It is a unique building having 953 small windows, called jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework.
Major attractions: Jharokhas, Mughal architecture, dome canopies, fluted pillars, etc.
Timings: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
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Albert Hall Museum
1h · Admission ticket not included
After the foundation stone of this museum was laid in 1876 to remember the visit of the prince of wales, confusion arose about the usage of this hall. Plenty of suggestions came in asking for the use of this hall for educational or political use, none of which held good! The Egyptian mummy in Albert Hall Museum was gifted as a souvenir by the Brugsch Bey of the museum of Cairo.
Major attractions: Marble art, antique coins, Egyptian mummies, carpets, and pottery.
Timings: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Monkey Temple
30m · Admission ticket not included
Galtaji, also known as the Monkey Temple, is nestled in the Aravalli Mountains in India. It is renowned for its colonies of macaque monkeys, stunning views, and serene environment.
The Monkey Temple is regarded as one of Rajasthan's gems. Its primary deities are Lord Hanuman and the Sun God.
