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About Jaipur

One of the most popular tourist destinations in India, the historic Pink City of Jaipur encloses within its walls all the colors and charms of the vibrant and colorful state of Rajasthan. Together with Delhi and Agra, it forms the "Golden Triangle of Tourism".

Even though it is the State capital and a throbbing commercial center, the city retains its old world glory and charm.

Main Places of Interest:

Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal
  • Amber Fort-Palace
  • City Palace
  • Jantar Mantar Observatory
  • Hawa Mahal
  • Albert Hall Museum
  • Jaigarh Fort
  • Nahargarh Fort
  • Gaitor
  • Birla Temple
      
Around Jaipur:
  • Sanganer... 16 kms.
  • Bagru... 35 kms.
  • Ramgarh... 28 kms.
  • Samode... 40 kms.
      
Shopping:
A shopper's paradise, Jaipur is one of the leading centers in the world for Gems and jewelry, Gold enameling, Carpets, Hand block-printed textiles, Puppets, Handmade paper, Blue pottery, Bangles, Marble work etc.

You can buy just about all the Arts and Crafts from various parts of the state in the various bazaars within the old walled city or Mirza Ismail Road (M.I. Road).

Reaching Jaipur:
The Gateway to Rajasthan, Jaipur is well connected by air, rail and road with India’s capital, New Delhi, which is just 258 kms away. Regular flights and trains also connect it with Mumbai.