Samode

The beautiful Samode Palace has been rebuilt and renovated providing a fine example of the Rajput haveli architecture. The highlight of the building is the exquisite Diwan-i-Khas, covered with original paintings and mirror work.

It is an ideal spot for outings. Awarded by one of the Kachchwaha ru...

Jantar Mantar in Jaipur

Largest of the five remarkable observatories made by Jai Singh in five different cities, this is the best-preserved one. It shows the Maharaja passion for astronomy. Translated into 'Instruments of Measuring the Harmony of the Heavens', Jantar Mantar was built between 1728 and 1734. It is a gran...

Jaigarh Fort

Named after Jai Singh II, the Jaigarh fort is perched on a cliff surrounded by huge battlements with inside walkways. It is one of the few military structures of medieval India preserved almost intact, containing palaces, a granary, a well-planned cannon foundry, several temples, a tall tower and a ...

Hawa Mahal

The most famous landmark of Jaipur, the palace of winds built in 1799 by Sawai Pratap Singh was actually planned for the royal household to have a look at every day life of the city. The palace has tier upon tier of curved arch surmounting fairy casements with "jali" - latticework screens. Famo...

Galta-Temple

About 20 kms. from Jaipur is Galta, famous for the old pilgrim centre of Galtaji and 'kunds' (natural springs and reservoirs) said to have curative powers. The small temple of the Sun god, built by Diwan Kriparam on top of the highest peak, is visible form all parts of the city. Beyond the garde...

Amer Fort

One of the most magnificent destinations in Jaipur, on the rugged hills outside of town sits Amer Fort. (Amber Fort). It is an example of fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture built in red sandstone and white marble. The highlight of the fort is the Seesh Mahal (mirror Palace), a palace...

Paragliding in Jaipur

The open countryside offers gliding opportunities that can prove remarkable, and with permission from civil aviation authorities, these may be organised in several cities where, even though there are no scheduled services, there are runways and strips. These include, besides Jaipur, cities such as J...

Govind Dev Ji Temple

In Jaipur, the Pink City, many temples are well known for their artistic beauty but the Govind Devji temple is special.It enshrines an idol which has been worshiped by the royal family of Jaipur ever since it was brought from Vinadavan to Jaipur in the 18th century.

This temple dedicated to Lord...

Birla Temple

Address: Vidya Vihar Campus, Birla Institute of Technology and Science. City: Jaipur State: Rajasthan Location: West India Year of Construction: 20th Century Constructed By: Birla Family Type of Construction: Modern Type of Building: Temple Managed By: Birla Family Dedicated To:...

Shri Govind Devji Temple

City: Jaipur State: Rajasthan Location: West India Type of Construction: Ancient Type of Building: Temple Dedicated To: Lord Krishna Other Deities: Goddess Radha Religion: Hinduism Festival: Krishna Janmashtmi

Shri Govind Devji Temple :

Located in the central pavilion of t...

Galta Temple

City: Jaipur State: Rajasthan Location: West India Constructed By: Diwan Kriparam Type of Construction: Ancient Type of Building: Temple Dedicated To: Lord Surya Religion: Hinduism

Galta is a small pilgrimage centre located 10 kms away from Jaipur on the Jaipur-Agra highway. T...

Nahargarh Fort

Originally called Sudarshan Garh affords a splendid view of Jaipur.

Rambagh Palace

For nearly two centuries, the Rambagh Palace has been home to generations of royals. The Palace was Built by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1835 as a royal guesthouse and hunting lodge. In 1925, Rambagh was converted into a palace, and became the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur.

Albert Hall Museum

Amidst the beautiful Ram Niwas Garden, surrounded by pools, fountains and rows of flowerbeds stands the exquisite Albert Hall, built on 1886 A.D. It is also known as the Central Museum. Designed by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob who has crafted other Palaces of Rajasthan, built the Albert hall in honor o...

Dolls Museum

Dolls Museum, the most fascinating museum of Jaipur displaying dolls from various countries in their traditional costumes holds great attraction for tourists all around the country. Children are fascinated at the display of thousands of dolls in different attires. The Dolls museum in Jaipur exhibits...

Archaeological Museum -Amer

Located in the Dil-e-A-aram Gardens, of Amer, the ancient capital of Jaipur, and established in 1949. Prior to this, the escavated material from Rairh, Bairat, Sambhar, Nagar etc. and the sculptures and epigraphs collected from various sites in the erstwhile Jaipur State were housed at Vidyadhar Gar...