Jaipur
India
Overview
The Pink City dazzles with rose-hued palaces, mighty hilltop forts, bustling bazaars overflowing with textiles and gems, and a royal Rajasthani grandeur.
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Explore Jaipur
Amar Jawan Jyoti
Memorial dedicated to martyred Indo-Pakistani War soldiers, with a continuously burning flame.
Amber Fort
Pavilion in the Amber Fort built for use by the imperial family, famous for intricate mirrorwork.
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
Palace built in the form of a high wall to screen royal ladies as they watched street festivities.
Jantar Mantar
18th-century park & heritage site with fixed instruments for making astronomical observations.
Isarlat Sargasooli
Visitors can take in panoramic city views from atop this prominent 18th-century, 7-story minaret.
Where to Stay
Rambagh Palace
A former royal residence converted into a Taj luxury hotel, with manicured Mughal gardens, a polo ground, and regal interiors.
Pearl Palace Heritage
A charming budget-friendly heritage hotel with rooftop restaurant, colorful Rajasthani decor, and legendary hospitality from the owner.
Where to Eat
Suvarna Mahal
Rajasthani-Indian
A grand dining hall in the Rambagh Palace with gold-leaf ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and refined Rajasthani and Mughal cuisine.
Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar (LMB)
Rajasthani Vegetarian
A legendary Johari Bazaar sweet shop and restaurant serving traditional Rajasthani thalis, chai, and mithai since 1954.
Travel Tips
- Hire a guide at Amber Fort — the stories bring the architecture to life
- The best textiles and block prints are at Anokhi and Soma shops
- Try dal baati churma (the quintessential Rajasthani meal) and lassi at Lassiwala
- Visit the Johari Bazaar for gems, jewelry, and traditional crafts
- Jaipur is one point of the Golden Triangle with Delhi and Agra
- Elephant rides at Amber Fort are controversial — jeep rides are an alternative
Getting There & Around
Auto-rickshaws are the primary local transport — negotiate fares. Uber and Ola work in Jaipur. Pink City buses run on major routes but are crowded. Walking is pleasant in the Pink City area but traffic is chaotic. For forts and distant sites, hire a driver for the day. Jaipur Metro has one line.
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