Jaipur Heritage Tour of Forts, Palaces and Observatories
Stop at: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind
The Hawa Mahal, the most famous landmark of Jaipur, is the Palace of Winds built by Sawai Pratap Singh. It was originally planned for the royal household to observe everyday life in the city. The palace features tier upon tier of curved arches surmounted by fairy casements with "jali" - latticework screens.
Duration: 15 minutes
Visit Amber Palace
The Amber Fort is one of the most magnificent destinations in Jaipur. Set upon the rugged hills outside the city, Amer (Amber) Fort is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture, built from red sandstone and white marble.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop at: Panna Meena ka Kund, Near Amber Fort
Panna Meena ka Kund is a historic stepwell and rainwater catchment known for its picturesque symmetrical stairways. This beautiful 16th-century stepwell lies in the shadow of a famous fortress and is located near Amber Fort in Amer.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop at: Jal Mahal, Amer Road
Jal Mahal, also known as the Water Palace, is situated in the middle of the beautiful Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur. It is an exceptional structure representing Rajput culture. The palace and the lake around it were renovated and enlarged in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber. It is a wonderful five-storeyed building built in red sandstone.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop at: City Palace of Jaipur
Maharaja Jai Singh, a notable astronomer, built the City Palace of Jaipur. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace, part of which is still home to the erstwhile royal family.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop at: Jantar Mantar
The Jantar Mantar monument in Jaipur is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh. It features the world's largest stone sundial and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the largest stone astronomical observatory in the world, making it a special destination for travellers.
Jantar Mantar is a World Heritage Site in Jaipur, built in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh to observe astronomical phenomena and calculate time in Jaipur. Here, you can see the world's largest sundial with an accuracy of 2 seconds.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop at: Royal Gaitor Tombs
The Royal Gaitor Tombs is a historical site located in Jaipur, India. Built during the 18th century, it features intricate carvings along its walls. The complex also includes several temples dedicated to various Hindu gods and goddesses, making it an important pilgrimage spot for many devotees of Hinduism. Visitors can explore this ancient site and marvel at its beauty and history.
Duration: 1 hour
