Jaipur

Widely known as the ‘Pink City ‘, Jaipur is color washed pink to welcome Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria of England who visited India in 1883 A.D. The city was founded in 1727 A.D by one of the greatest ruler Jai Singh II. Jaipur is surrounded by hills on three sides, crowned by formidable forts and majestic palaces, mansions and gardens. Jaipur is the only city in the world, which is sub-divided in to nine rectangular sectors symbolizing nine divisions of universe. Jaipur is the first planned city designed in accordance with ‘Shilpa Shastra’- epochal treatise of Hindu architecture.

How to reach Jaipur

Jaipur, being the capital of Rajasthan it is easily accessible by all means. Daily Flights are available to all major cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, flights to Kolkata is also available. It is well connected by Roads & Trains. You can hire a cab from New Delhi or can pick the Volvo - Bus provided by the Rajasthan Govt.
Distance from major cities 
Jaipur - New Delhi 259 Kms 
Jaipur - Mumbai 1202 Kms 
Jaipur - Udaipur 405 Kms 
Jaipur - Jodhpur 336 Kms 
Jaipur - Jaisalmer 621 Kms 

Places to see

City Palace Complex :: This Palace is the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. 
It occupies a large area divided into a series of gardens, courtyards, gardens and buildings. The  palace is the blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, now converted into a museum & houses unique antiques.

Amber Fort :: This exotic fort is famous for its fascinating architecture, there you can enjoy an elephant to approach the Fort.

Old City - The Pink City :: The old city is partially encirvled by a crenllated wall - the major gates are Chand Pol, Ajmer & Sanganeri. The mains bazaars of the old city i.e. Johri Bazaar, Bapu bazaar, Tripolia Bazaar and Chand Pol Bazaar is worth to visit.

Jaigarh Fort :: It was built by Sawai Jai Sigh for military purpose. This fort houses the largest cannon called "Jaiban"

Nahargarh :: The Tiger fort was built in 1734. The best place to see the Sunset & the city from the top. 

Hawa Mahal :: Its the Wind Palace specially made for royal ladies to see the city activities.

Royal Gaitor :: The beautiful cenotaphs of the royal family are just outside the city walls. 

Albert Hall Museum :: It houses some of the rare collections of carpets, artifacts, textile, pottery and other craft items. 

Birla Temple :: This wonderful state of the art temple is made up of pure white marble and must not be missed.

Jantar Mantar :: This observatory was built in 1728 by Sawai Jai Sigh to study the position & movement of the planets.

Galta Ji :: The temple of the Sun god, a rocky barren orge leads up to it and there are good views over the surrounding plains.