Forts & Palaces in Jaipur
The
City Palce is an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal art and
architecture. The City Palace complex houses several palatial structures. The
first building in it is Mubarak Mahal, built by Kaharaja Madho Singh.
more detailsJaipur Monuments
The Hawa Mahal, or the "Palace of Wind" built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap
Singh in 1799 A.D. is characterised by elaborate and fanciful architecture.
Jaipur Temples
Birla Mandir or the Lakshmi - Narayan Temple, situated just below the Moti Dungari.
This is a modern temple built of white marble on top of a hill, dominating the
skyline of south Jaipur. The Birlas (industrialists who have also built several
temples in India) built this temple.
Jaipur Gardens Vidyadhar Gardens: Located near the Sisodia Gardens,it is a beautiful
vineyard, which unfolds itself in the valley. It is named after Vidyadhar Bhatacharjee
the architect of Jaipur.