Jaipur Travel Guide
Jaipur Tourism - Jaipur is known as pink city of India and is famous for its majestic forts and splendid palaces. Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727 AD , Tour to Jaipur has been the perfect example of royal splendor and grace, it is indeed royal capital of Rajasthan. It is easily accessible with well developed air ,rail and road network.
The Tour to Jaipur conducted by includes visit to important tourist destinations like the Hawa Mahal , which was the palace with innumerable windows built specially for the ladies of royal household to have a view of everyday life. City Palace ,which is the finest example of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Jantar Mantar, an observatory to find the harmony in nature, various instruments and sun dials etc present a fascinating tour. Or the fun filled journey on back of an elephant through a winding road to reach Amber Fort , nestled atop a hill. Or just revel the picturesque Kanak Valley encircled by the Aravallis , with cascading waterfalls, lotus ponds and flowers in full bloom.
Jaipur Tours are truly an insight into the vibrant culture of Rajasthan and special attractions are the camel rides ,boating in Ramgarh Lake or indulging in shopping. Jaipur can be called shopper's paradise with its exquisite handicrafts, bandhani dress materials , block prints , blankets and not to forget stunning ornaments.Jaipur is an ideal choice for the honeymoon couples as well.
The hotels in Jaipur Tourism are fine example of luxury and elegance , here you have many palaces which have been transformed into heritage hotels like the Narain Niwas Palace ,Raj Mahal Palace ,Samode Haveli ,Hotel Alsisar Haveli . You also have five star deluxe hotels here like :- Rajputana Palace Sheraton , Jai Mahal Palace , The Rambagh Palace Hotel, Rajvilas - An Oberoi Hotel . There are apart from these, five star , four star, three star and other budget hotels in Jaipur.
General Information on Jaipur
In 1743, 16 years after Jaipur was founded, Jesuit Father Jose Tieffenthalar visited the city and was charmed by what he saw. He wrote: “The city, while it is new, is assuredly the most beautiful among the ancient cities of India, because in the latter everything is old, the streets are unequal and narrow. This on the contrary has the splendour of the modern, with equal wide and long streets.”
Three centuries later, its reputation as a beautiful, well-planned city is something that Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh II’s beloved creation, has to constantly live up to. Rajasthan’s capital does this without difficulty for the most part: its enchanting bazaars wear 200 years on their sleeves with pride, its perfectly laid-out streets are easily navigated and the uniform pink that the city sports inspires and enthralls visitors in equal measure.
Tourist Attractions in Jaipur :
Abhaneri
Abhaneri is a small town village, situated at a distance of 95 km from Jaipur, on Jaipur-Agra road. The place is popular for the amazing 'Baoris' (step wells) and Harshat Mata Temple. The village of Abhaneri is believed to be established by the King Raja Chand.
Bagru
Bagru is a small village, located at a distance of 30 kms from Jaipur, on Jaipur-Ajmer Road. The village town of Bagru is not popular for any palace or fort, but for its typical wooden prints. These prints of Bagru are acclaimed all over India and are particularly known as Bagru prints.
Bairath
Bairath is a place of historical significance, located at a distance of 86 kms from Jaipur, on Shahpura-Alwar Road. Bairath is said to have existed from the times of Mahabharata. In that period, Bairath was known as Virata Nagar. It used to be the capital of Abhimanyu's (Arjuna's son) father-in-law.
Karauli
Karauli is a small village, situated at a distance of 182 km from Jaipur. Founded in 1348, Karauli is well-known for its Madan Mohanji Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Initially, the town was known as Kalyanpuri, which was named after the local deity Kalyanji.
Ramgarh
Ramgarh is located at a distance of 25kms from the city of Jaipur. In the present day, this primeval spot is eminent for its huge artificial lake. This lake has been shaped by raising a high bund amidst the hills covered with trees.
Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National Park is located in the eastern part of Rajasthan at a comfortable distance of 130kms from Jaipur. Nestled between the Aravali and Vindhya mountain ranges, Ranthambore National Park used to be the hunting ground of Maharajas of Jaipur. The Park is an eye treat for the lovers of wild-life. Various natural rivers and man-made lakes flow through the National Park of Ranthambore.
Sanganer
Sanganer is located at a distance of 16 kms from Jaipur on the Tonk road. Sanganer is renowned for its crafts and hand-printed textiles. Sanganer forms a major part of excursion from Jaipur.
Samode
Samode is a great place of tourist interest, located at a distance of 42kms from Jaipur, on the way to Shekhawati in Rajasthan. Samode is renowned for its stunning havelis and forts. Samod makes a perfect destination to enjoy one's holidays.
Sambhar
Sambhar is a small town, located at a distance of 60kms in the west of Jaipur, on Jaipur-Ajmer Highway. Sambhar is famous for the largest saline lake in India. Due to this fact, Sambhar is also known as Salt Lake City. Literally, Sambhar means salt and the lake has been providing salt for over a thousand years.
Sariska National Park
Sariska National Park is a wildlife sanctuary, located at a distance of 107 km from Jaipur. The Park possesses historic monuments and temples, which depicts the legacy of the Maharajas of Alwar. The Park is bigger than Ranthambore but has a similar topography.
Tonk
Tonk is a small town, located at a distance of 96 kms from Jaipur. This little town of Tonk is also known as the "Lucknow of Rajasthan" due to its elegance. Tonk is popular among tourists for its magnificent mosques, mansions and havelis.
Museums in Jaipur :
Albert Hall
Amidst the beautiful Ram Niwas Garden, surrounded by pools, fountains and rows of flowerbeds stands the exquisite Albert Hall, built on 1886 A.D. Designed by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob who has crafted other Palaces of Rajasthan, built the Albert hall in honor of the King Edward VII visit to Jaipur, in Indo-Saracenic style. The majestic edifice houses a collection of paintings a few hundred years old, exquisite jewelry, chiselled brasswares, pottery and natural stones, ivory goods, metal sculptures and crystal works.
City Palace Museum
Walking into the city palace museum of Diwan-I-Am, the hall for the public, one is enthralled by its vast collection of displays. Interesting are the original parchments and ancient manuscripts of Hindu scriptures. The miniature copies of Bhagwat Gita, the holy book of the Hindus, were written to be saved from Emperor Aurangazeb’s intolerance towards other religions, are also found in this museum.
Shopping in Jaipur :
Block-printed and tie-and-dye textiles, quilts, ethnic silver and traditional gold jewellery will top your list of buys here. Gopalji ka Raasta in Johari Bazaar is a good place for jewellery; quilts are available opposite Hawa Mahal. Go to Sanganer for hand block-printed fabric.
Festival in Jaipur :-
Elephant Festival
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Elephant festival has its own charm and is celebrated every year in March on the occasion of Holi, the festival of colors. The festival has a unique concept of its own kind. The colorful festival of Holi is celebrated throughout India, but the festival gets some more spice added to it, when it combines with the Elephant festival of Jaipur, Rajasthan. The Elephants become the major attraction of this festival in their classy attires.
Gangaur Festival
Gangaur is a significant festival of Jaipur, especially meant for the women. Gangaur festival is widely acclaimed and celebrated throughout the state of Rajasthan. The word Gangaur is derived from two words, 'Gan' and 'Gauri' which are synonyms of 'Siva' and his consort 'Parvati' respectively.
Kite Festival
Kite Festival is a popular festival of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Kite flying is enjoyed by people of all age-groups. However, 14 January, the day of Makar Sankranti, makes the official day for flying kites in Jaipur. People make most out of the festival by flying kites for the whole day.
Teej Festival
Teej Festival is one of the most popular festivals of India. Festival of Teej is widely celebrated, but its real charm can be found only in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Teej celebrates the arrival of monsoon, after the scorching sun of summers. Teej is celebrated in the month of 'Shravan' (July-August), according to the Hindu calendar.
How to reach Jaipur :
By air
Jaipur is an important centre on Indian Airlines north India network, and is connected with daily flights from Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Aurangabad and Mumbai. Jaipur Airport, 13 km from city centre (M.I. Road), is quite a small airport with all facilities housed in a single building. Taxis are available at the airport for transfer to the city. The other flights that connect Jaipur with important cities in India are Air India, Modiluft, Archana Airways, UP Air etc.
By rail
Jaipur, on Western Railway's meter gauge and broad gauge network, is very well connected with train services from many parts of the country. It is also, an important junction with direct services to most places of tourist interest. Jaipur Railway station is located only half a kilometer from city centre. Taxis, auto and cycle-rickshaws are available at the station for transfer to places in the city.
By bus
Jaipur is one of the best connected cities in the region with very frequent bus services. From Delhi deluxe and ordinary buses ply at a half-hour frequency and take less than six hours. Rajasthan Roadways, Haryana Roadways, Delhi Transport Corporation and UP State Road Transport Corporation provide services from virtually every major centre in the region. Deluxe bus services of Rajasthan Roadways also connect Jaipur with many important tourist centres in the state, like Kota, Jodhpur, etc.
Jaipur Tourism - Jaipur is known as pink city of India and is famous for its majestic forts and splendid palaces. Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727 AD , Tour to Jaipur has been the perfect example of royal splendor and grace, it is indeed royal capital of Rajasthan. It is easily accessible with well developed air ,rail and road network.
The Tour to Jaipur conducted by includes visit to important tourist destinations like the Hawa Mahal , which was the palace with innumerable windows built specially for the ladies of royal household to have a view of everyday life. City Palace ,which is the finest example of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Jantar Mantar, an observatory to find the harmony in nature, various instruments and sun dials etc present a fascinating tour. Or the fun filled journey on back of an elephant through a winding road to reach Amber Fort , nestled atop a hill. Or just revel the picturesque Kanak Valley encircled by the Aravallis , with cascading waterfalls, lotus ponds and flowers in full bloom.
Jaipur Tours are truly an insight into the vibrant culture of Rajasthan and special attractions are the camel rides ,boating in Ramgarh Lake or indulging in shopping. Jaipur can be called shopper's paradise with its exquisite handicrafts, bandhani dress materials , block prints , blankets and not to forget stunning ornaments.Jaipur is an ideal choice for the honeymoon couples as well.
The hotels in Jaipur Tourism are fine example of luxury and elegance , here you have many palaces which have been transformed into heritage hotels like the Narain Niwas Palace ,Raj Mahal Palace ,Samode Haveli ,Hotel Alsisar Haveli . You also have five star deluxe hotels here like :- Rajputana Palace Sheraton , Jai Mahal Palace , The Rambagh Palace Hotel, Rajvilas - An Oberoi Hotel . There are apart from these, five star , four star, three star and other budget hotels in Jaipur.
General Information on Jaipur
In 1743, 16 years after Jaipur was founded, Jesuit Father Jose Tieffenthalar visited the city and was charmed by what he saw. He wrote: “The city, while it is new, is assuredly the most beautiful among the ancient cities of India, because in the latter everything is old, the streets are unequal and narrow. This on the contrary has the splendour of the modern, with equal wide and long streets.”
Three centuries later, its reputation as a beautiful, well-planned city is something that Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh II’s beloved creation, has to constantly live up to. Rajasthan’s capital does this without difficulty for the most part: its enchanting bazaars wear 200 years on their sleeves with pride, its perfectly laid-out streets are easily navigated and the uniform pink that the city sports inspires and enthralls visitors in equal measure.
Tourist Attractions in Jaipur :
Abhaneri
Abhaneri is a small town village, situated at a distance of 95 km from Jaipur, on Jaipur-Agra road. The place is popular for the amazing 'Baoris' (step wells) and Harshat Mata Temple. The village of Abhaneri is believed to be established by the King Raja Chand.
Bagru
Bagru is a small village, located at a distance of 30 kms from Jaipur, on Jaipur-Ajmer Road. The village town of Bagru is not popular for any palace or fort, but for its typical wooden prints. These prints of Bagru are acclaimed all over India and are particularly known as Bagru prints.
Bairath
Bairath is a place of historical significance, located at a distance of 86 kms from Jaipur, on Shahpura-Alwar Road. Bairath is said to have existed from the times of Mahabharata. In that period, Bairath was known as Virata Nagar. It used to be the capital of Abhimanyu's (Arjuna's son) father-in-law.
Karauli
Karauli is a small village, situated at a distance of 182 km from Jaipur. Founded in 1348, Karauli is well-known for its Madan Mohanji Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Initially, the town was known as Kalyanpuri, which was named after the local deity Kalyanji.
Ramgarh
Ramgarh is located at a distance of 25kms from the city of Jaipur. In the present day, this primeval spot is eminent for its huge artificial lake. This lake has been shaped by raising a high bund amidst the hills covered with trees.
Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National Park is located in the eastern part of Rajasthan at a comfortable distance of 130kms from Jaipur. Nestled between the Aravali and Vindhya mountain ranges, Ranthambore National Park used to be the hunting ground of Maharajas of Jaipur. The Park is an eye treat for the lovers of wild-life. Various natural rivers and man-made lakes flow through the National Park of Ranthambore.
Sanganer
Sanganer is located at a distance of 16 kms from Jaipur on the Tonk road. Sanganer is renowned for its crafts and hand-printed textiles. Sanganer forms a major part of excursion from Jaipur.
Samode
Samode is a great place of tourist interest, located at a distance of 42kms from Jaipur, on the way to Shekhawati in Rajasthan. Samode is renowned for its stunning havelis and forts. Samod makes a perfect destination to enjoy one's holidays.
Sambhar
Sambhar is a small town, located at a distance of 60kms in the west of Jaipur, on Jaipur-Ajmer Highway. Sambhar is famous for the largest saline lake in India. Due to this fact, Sambhar is also known as Salt Lake City. Literally, Sambhar means salt and the lake has been providing salt for over a thousand years.
Sariska National Park
Sariska National Park is a wildlife sanctuary, located at a distance of 107 km from Jaipur. The Park possesses historic monuments and temples, which depicts the legacy of the Maharajas of Alwar. The Park is bigger than Ranthambore but has a similar topography.
Tonk
Tonk is a small town, located at a distance of 96 kms from Jaipur. This little town of Tonk is also known as the "Lucknow of Rajasthan" due to its elegance. Tonk is popular among tourists for its magnificent mosques, mansions and havelis.
Museums in Jaipur :
Albert Hall
Amidst the beautiful Ram Niwas Garden, surrounded by pools, fountains and rows of flowerbeds stands the exquisite Albert Hall, built on 1886 A.D. Designed by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob who has crafted other Palaces of Rajasthan, built the Albert hall in honor of the King Edward VII visit to Jaipur, in Indo-Saracenic style. The majestic edifice houses a collection of paintings a few hundred years old, exquisite jewelry, chiselled brasswares, pottery and natural stones, ivory goods, metal sculptures and crystal works.
City Palace Museum
Walking into the city palace museum of Diwan-I-Am, the hall for the public, one is enthralled by its vast collection of displays. Interesting are the original parchments and ancient manuscripts of Hindu scriptures. The miniature copies of Bhagwat Gita, the holy book of the Hindus, were written to be saved from Emperor Aurangazeb’s intolerance towards other religions, are also found in this museum.
Shopping in Jaipur :
Block-printed and tie-and-dye textiles, quilts, ethnic silver and traditional gold jewellery will top your list of buys here. Gopalji ka Raasta in Johari Bazaar is a good place for jewellery; quilts are available opposite Hawa Mahal. Go to Sanganer for hand block-printed fabric.
Festival in Jaipur :-
Elephant Festival
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Elephant festival has its own charm and is celebrated every year in March on the occasion of Holi, the festival of colors. The festival has a unique concept of its own kind. The colorful festival of Holi is celebrated throughout India, but the festival gets some more spice added to it, when it combines with the Elephant festival of Jaipur, Rajasthan. The Elephants become the major attraction of this festival in their classy attires.
Gangaur Festival
Gangaur is a significant festival of Jaipur, especially meant for the women. Gangaur festival is widely acclaimed and celebrated throughout the state of Rajasthan. The word Gangaur is derived from two words, 'Gan' and 'Gauri' which are synonyms of 'Siva' and his consort 'Parvati' respectively.
Kite Festival
Kite Festival is a popular festival of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Kite flying is enjoyed by people of all age-groups. However, 14 January, the day of Makar Sankranti, makes the official day for flying kites in Jaipur. People make most out of the festival by flying kites for the whole day.
Teej Festival
Teej Festival is one of the most popular festivals of India. Festival of Teej is widely celebrated, but its real charm can be found only in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Teej celebrates the arrival of monsoon, after the scorching sun of summers. Teej is celebrated in the month of 'Shravan' (July-August), according to the Hindu calendar.
How to reach Jaipur :
By air
Jaipur is an important centre on Indian Airlines north India network, and is connected with daily flights from Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Aurangabad and Mumbai. Jaipur Airport, 13 km from city centre (M.I. Road), is quite a small airport with all facilities housed in a single building. Taxis are available at the airport for transfer to the city. The other flights that connect Jaipur with important cities in India are Air India, Modiluft, Archana Airways, UP Air etc.
By rail
Jaipur, on Western Railway's meter gauge and broad gauge network, is very well connected with train services from many parts of the country. It is also, an important junction with direct services to most places of tourist interest. Jaipur Railway station is located only half a kilometer from city centre. Taxis, auto and cycle-rickshaws are available at the station for transfer to places in the city.
By bus
Jaipur is one of the best connected cities in the region with very frequent bus services. From Delhi deluxe and ordinary buses ply at a half-hour frequency and take less than six hours. Rajasthan Roadways, Haryana Roadways, Delhi Transport Corporation and UP State Road Transport Corporation provide services from virtually every major centre in the region. Deluxe bus services of Rajasthan Roadways also connect Jaipur with many important tourist centres in the state, like Kota, Jodhpur, etc.
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