Day 01
Explore Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, City Palace and More
- Meet your tour guide and visit the following places:
- Amber Fort - Built in the 16th century by Maharaja Man Singh, it sprawls across the hillside. Its construction was started by Raja Man Singh and completed by his descendant Jai Singh. Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthan fort palace. Today, it stands as a reflection of the glorious past of the fierce Kachwaha Dynasty that ruled this region from the 12th to the 18th century.
- Jal Mahal Palace (Water Palace) - Located on the way to Amber, Jal Mahal lies 6.5 km from the striking city of Jaipur. Tourists can see many memorials of the royal families on their way to the palace. The Jal Mahal Palace is strategically placed in the centre of Man Sagar Lake. It is truly inspiring to see that the first four floors of this fabulous building are submerged under the waters of the lake. Only the top floor of this beautiful palace is visible to the viewer. The lake and the palace offer some of the best views, which are simply a feast for the eyes.
- City Palace - Situated in the heart of the old city, the palace occupies about one-seventh of the old city area. It is a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture and houses the seven-storeyed Chandra Mahal in the centre, which affords a fine view of the gardens and the city. Diwan-E-Am (Hall of Public Audience) has intricate decorations and a collection of manuscripts, while Diwan-E-Khas (Hall of Private Audience) has a marble-paved gallery. Mubarak Mahal has a rich collection of costumes and textiles. There is a Clock Tower near Mubarak Mahal, and Sileh Khana houses a collection of armoury and weapons.
- Jantar Mantar Observatory - Built in the early 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the massive masonry instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. The enormous sundial still provides accurate time, subject to daily corrections.
- Albert Hall Museum - The oldest museum in the state, it functions as the State Museum of Rajasthan. The building is situated in Ram Niwas Garden outside the city wall and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. This graceful building was founded in 1876 by Prince Albert (also known as Albert Hall). It has a rare collection of archaeological and handicraft pieces.
- Head back to your desired destination.
