Encircled by the rugged Aravalli hills with numerous peaks crowned by imposing forts, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan looks cradled and well protected. It takes its name from Maharaja Jai Singh II, who in the early 1700s became king at the age of 13. He conceived & designed his new capital with exquisite buildings of rose-coloured terracotta and broad tree-lined avenues exhibiting an astonishing model of city planning.

Major Attractions:

• Amber Palace
• Hawa Mahal
• City Palace
• Jantar Mantar
• Central museum
• Modern Art Gallery
• Iswari Minar Swarga Sal

Excursions:

• Bairath
• Gaitor
• Galtha
• Ramgarh Lake
• Samode
• Sanganer

Special Activity:

• Elephant festival
• Teej Fair

How to Reach:

Jaipur is well connected with rest of the India by rail, air and road. Regular flights and train services (Specially Shatabdi Express and Pink City Express from Delhi) are available from all the major Indian cities. Private transport can also be hired from Agra and Delhi.

Best time to visit:

Jaipur is best visited between the months of July to April.