Jaipur Tourism
Albert Hall
It is situated in the beautiful Ram Niwas Garden. This beautifully designed Saracenic structure was designed by sir Swinton Jacob. It was opened in 1887 as a public museum. It contains a rare collection of decorative art objects, paintings, sculptures, natural history specimens, an Egyptian Mummy and the well known Persian Golden Carpet.
Timings: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For Indians: Adults: 20 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 150 Rs.
One of the most magnificent marvels or Jaipur is the City Palace Complex which has a rare combination of the finest blends of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the heart of the old city, it has vast area. The outer wall was built by Jai Singh and additions made up to the 20th century. Many buildings, well-planned gardens and huge courtyards are a part of the complex. Chandra Mahal is the only part of the complex that is inhabited and is occupied by the royal family.
Timing: 9.30 a.m to 5p.m
For Indians: Adults: 40 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 300 Rs.
The palace of winds a fascinating landmark of Rajasthan, was built by the orders of poet-king, Sawai Pratap Singh in the 18th century and is the most remarkably designed monument in Jaipur. What is seen from the Sireh Deorhi Bazar is the Multi-niched five storey high backside of the complex. it was conceived to provide adequate vantage position behind stone carved mesh like screens to the palace women for watching the royal processions passing through the bazaar.
Timings: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For Indians: Adults: 50 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 150 Rs.
Jaigarh Fort
The western skyline is dominated by the extensive parkotas (walls), watch towers and gateways of Jaigarh. It is one of the few military structures of mediaeval India preserved almost intact containing palaces, gardens, open and covered reservoirs, a granary, an armory, a well planned cannon foundry, several temples, a tall tower and a giant mounted cannon the Jai Ban one of the giggest in the World.
Timings: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For Indians: Adults: 25 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 75 Rs.
Nahargarh Fort
It is 15 kilometers from Jaipur beyond the hills of Jaigarh and is like a watchful sentinel guarding Sawai Jai Singh’s beautiful capital. Much of the original structures are in ruins. From atop a hill, the fort offers a scenic view of the city be low. Rajasthan Tourism has started a cafeteria where Beer and snacks are available from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Timings: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For Indians: Adults: 10 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 50 Rs.
Jal Mahal
Jal Mahal was built by Sawai Pratap Shing in 1799 A.D. in the midst of the Man Sagar Lake as a pleasure spot. The Lake was formed by constructing a dam between the two hills by Sawai Man Singh I. During winter months one can see a large number of migratory birds at the lake.
Timings: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For Indians: Adults: 50 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 150 Rs.
Birla Mandir
Moti Doongari and Lakshmi Narayan Temple Among the important landmarks dotting the southern horizon is the small privately owned hilltop fort of Moti Doongari which is shaped like a Scottish castle, the Ganesh Temple at the foot of the hill and the marble built Lakshmi Narayan Temple.
Timings: 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For Indians: Adults: 50 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 150 Rs.
Situated just over 10 kilometres away from Jaipur on the Jaipur-Delhi highway is Amber, which was the ancient capital of Jaipur State. A bus leaves from Hawa Mahal every 30 minutes and a well-laid out road takes the visitor out of the city and very soon one witnesses lush green hills.One then notices a lake and standing next to it is the majestic Amber Fort which several rulers of the erstwhile State of Jaipur recognized as a vantage military building. The excursion start of Jaipur recognized as a vantage military building.
Timings: 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For Indians: Adults: 25 Rs. / Foreign Nationals: Adults: 150 Rs.