- The city's signature pink color was mandated by law in 1876 when the Maharaja ordered the city to be painted to welcome the Prince of Wales, a color that remains protected by local ordinances today.
- Jaipur is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site designation that encompasses the entire walled city, recognizing its exceptional town planning.
- The city was India's first modern planned city, designed with wide, rectangular blocks that were highly advanced for the 18th century.
- The city is a global hub for gemstone cutting and polishing, particularly for emeralds and tanzanite, which have been processed here for centuries.
- The city walls and gates were designed with a defensive focus, featuring heavy iron-studded gates that were closed at night to protect inhabitants from tigers and wild animals from the surrounding Aravalli hills.
About Jaipur
Jaipur is India's first planned city, founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II using principles of Vastu Shastra and Shilpa Shastra. Known as the Pink City, it features a highly distinctive grid-based urban layout and uniform terracotta-colored facades throughout its historic center. Visitors can explore architectural marvels like the intricate Hawa Mahal or climb to the expansive vantage point of Nahargarh Fort. The city serves as a living museum of Rajput history, housing expansive collections at the Albert Hall Museum and unique astronomical instruments at Jantar Mantar.
Highlights of Jaipur
The places our editors single out — and why they're worth your time.
Historical places
Walk through the historic gateways of this massive hilltop palace to view elaborate Rajput architecture and period interiors.
Historical places
Admire the unique honeycomb facade designed with nearly a thousand small windows to allow royal women to observe street life discreetly.
Historical places
Visit this fortification during sunset for the most comprehensive panoramic view of the entire city and its surrounding hills.
Museums
Explore the diverse artifacts, portraits, and decorative arts housed within this historic building, which serves as the state museum.
Museums
Observe the world's largest stone sundial and a series of massive, precise astronomical instruments built in the 18th century.
Museums
Tour the site containing the massive 'Jaivana' cannon, which remains one of the largest wheeled cannons manufactured in the early modern period.
Historical places
View this distinct 'water palace' from the shore, as it sits centrally within the Man Sagar Lake, creating a reflection-heavy vista.
Temples
See this modern white marble temple at night when it is illuminated, highlighting its intricate carvings and decorative glass work.
Top things to do in Jaipur
The 833 highest-rated places in Jaipur, ranked by travellers.
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Historical places
Amber Palace is a 16th-century fortification constructed from pale yellow and pink sandstone and white marble. Located i...
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Hawa Mahal is a five-story pyramidal edifice constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. The structure is built...
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Historical places
Nahargarh Fort, originally named Sudarshangarh, sits on the Aravalli Hills overlooking the city of Jaipur. Built in 1734...
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Museums
The Albert Hall Museum, also known as the Government Central Museum, is the oldest museum in the state of Rajasthan, Ind...
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Temples
Moti Dungri Ganesh Ji Temple is a significant hilltop shrine in Jaipur dedicated to Lord Ganesha, featuring a notable Na...
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Museums
Jantar Mantar is a collection of 19 architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II,...
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Temples
Birla Mandir, Jaipur, is a modern Hindu temple constructed entirely from white marble, commissioned by the industrialist...
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Museums
Jaigarh Fort is a 17th-century fortification situated on the Cheel ka Teela hill, overlooking Amer Fort and Maota Lake....
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Historical places
Jal Mahal is a five-story palace situated in the center of Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur. Constructed in the 18th century by...
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Parks
Central Park is the largest park in Jaipur, covering approximately 130 acres in the heart of the city. The park features...
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Temples
Thikana Mandir Sri Govinddevji is an 18th-century temple located within the City Palace complex of Jaipur. The temple ho...
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Parks
Jai Niwas Garden is a historic public park situated directly behind the Chandra Mahal in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Originally c...
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Temples
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Akshardham Mandir in Jaipur is a complex dedicated to Swaminarayan, constructed with traditional...
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Parks
Nehru Bal Udyan is a dedicated children's park located on Tonk Road in Jaipur. The park features a miniature train track...
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Museums
Jawahar Kala Kendra is a premier multidisciplinary arts center in Jaipur designed by architect Charles Correa. The build...
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Parks
New Hawai-Jahaj Waterpark is a recreational facility in Jaipur centered around a large ship-themed structure. The park f...
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Parks
City Park in Mansarovar, Jaipur, is a sprawling 52-acre urban green space developed by the Rajasthan Housing Board. It f...
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Venues
Sawai Mansingh Stadium is the premier multi-purpose sports facility in Jaipur, Rajasthan, serving as the home ground for...
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Historical places
Amar Jawan Jyoti in Jaipur is a prominent war memorial dedicated to the soldiers of Rajasthan who sacrificed their lives...
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Zoos
Grand Uniara A Heritage Hotel serves as a sprawling estate characterized by lush, park-like grounds and significant bota...
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Zoos
Nahargarh Biological Park is a sprawling 720-hectare wildlife sanctuary situated at the foothills of the Aravalli Range....
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Places of interest
The Sheesh Mahal, or Mirror Palace, is a primary architectural feature located within the Amber Fort in Jaipur. The hall...
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Temples
Shri Chandpole Hanuman Ji Temple is a prominent historic shrine situated near the ancient Chandpole Gate in Jaipur's Pin...
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Parks
Sisodia Rani ka Bagh is an 18th-century terraced garden built in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II for his second quee...
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Parks
Ramniwas Bagh is a sprawling 30-acre historic garden complex commissioned in 1868 by Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II as a fa...
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Temples
Shri Radha Gopinath Ji Temple is a historic Vaishnava shrine located in the Purani Basti area of Jaipur, dedicated to th...
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Parks
Jaldhara is an artificial park project located along Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg in Jaipur, designed to provide a recreationa...
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Temples
Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple is a centuries-old Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated in the heart of Jaipur's wal...
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Plan your visit to Jaipur
November to February, when temperatures are mild and suitable for outdoor sightseeing, avoiding the extreme heat of the summer months.
3-4 days to sufficiently explore the major forts, palaces, and the museum district without rushing.
The city is navigated via a combination of auto-rickshaws, the Jaipur Metro, ride-hailing services, and private taxis.
The walled City Palace area is ideal for history enthusiasts, while C-Scheme and Bani Park offer more modern, centrally located hotel options.
Jaipur caters to all budgets, offering a wide spectrum ranging from world-class heritage luxury hotels to affordable guesthouses.
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