5 places you must visit in Jaipur

Hello guys! Today I'm going to share with you my experience of my trip to Jaipur..

Jaipur( also known as pink city) is a beautiful place with rich culture and heritage.Jaipur never fails to leave the tourists and explorers spellbounded with its amazing history, architecture and delicious food. Jaipur is a perfect representation of Rajasthan culture and I suggest you must visit Jaipur once in your life!!

Wondering what places you should visit in Jaipur?

If yes,So here is my list of top 5 places you should not miss!!

1.HAWA MAHAL-Planning to visit Jaipur and Hawa Mahal is not on your list ?Then,you are definitely missing on the most beautiful place in Jaipur and in India.Hawa Mahal ,built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh is an absolutely delight to watch made up by red and pink sandstone the palace, stands on the edge of the Pink City.

Wondering things you should do in Hawa Mahal?

Here is a list of things you can do..

Explore the museum in Hawa Mahal which displays artifacts of Rajput rulers and the history..

Shopping ,there are small shops inside Hawa Mahal of different handicrafts ,bags , jewelry ,etc. Don't forget to check that out!

Markets nearby Hawa Mahal ,Johri Bazaar,Bapu Bazaar and Chandpole Bazaar are areas which you should check out for inexpensive handicrafts , clothes , jewelry and to get a better glimpse of the main city.

2.CHOKHI DHANI-Interested in exploring Rajasthani culture ?Then, Chokhi Dhani is the place for you .This beautiful resort with luxurious accomodation, village based theme and delicious food makes it the jewel of Jaipur and a must visit place for tourists .

This place offer a variety of fun activities like folk dance , camel rides ,horse rides,fire works,etc and multi cusine food . Don't forget to check that out!!

3JAL MAHAL

Jal Mahal ,the water palace,stands in the middle of Mansagar lake is the most attractive and photographed monument of Pink city.This palace built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 18th century is surrounded by lake around it which adds more value to this attractive palace.

The visit to this palace is usually less than 30 minutes but enough to explore the palace. There used to romantic boat rides by Gondolas but that stopped 3 years ago.

There are small market stalls and camel rides which you can try out at this palace!!

So all the photography lovers don't forget to check out this place!!

4.NAHARGARH FORT

Nahargarh Fort , built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1734, stands at the edge of the Aravali hills, overlooking the pink city. This fort along with Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort once formed a strong defence for the pink city.

Things you must look out for at this fort

The alluring view of the sunset from fort's terrace is something you shouldn't miss out !!

Nahargarh Biological Park within the Fort

It has an entrance ticket with Rs50 .You will get to see many animals like white tiger,lion,bear ,foxes,etc

Trekking and cycling at Fort organised by group of people there is also a experience you shouldn't miss out on

5.JANTAR MANTAR

Jantar Mantar, UNESCO world heritage site, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh ,is a collection of 19 architectural and astronomical instruments which depicts the brilliant of ancient

ATTRACTIONS TO LOOK OUT AT JANTAR MANTAR

1. Laghu Smarat Yantra (Sundial with an accuracy of 20 seconds)

2.Ram Yantra (To Measure the altitude and azimuth of Sun and planets)

3. VrihatSmarta Yantra (The Huge Sundia)

4.Jaya Prakash Yantra (Locates the exact position of heavenly bodies)

5.Chakra Yantra (The ring instrument - co-ordinates the hour angle of Sun)

6.Karnti Vritya (Measure solar sign of the sun)

7.Nadivalaya (An Instrument parallel to the earth's equatorial plane).

8.Digamsa (Pillar like structure - Predicts sunrise and sunset time)