Jaipur — Pink City
India's Pink City — where royal palaces, vibrant bazaars, and living heritage create magic.
About Jaipur — Pink City
Jaipur is the gateway to Rajasthan and a UNESCO World Heritage City. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, it was India's first planned city. The iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the hilltop Amber Fort with its mirror palace, and the astronomical precision of Jantar Mantar are must-visits. Jaipur is also India's gemstone and jewelry capital, with a thriving tradition of block printing, blue pottery, and miniature painting. The old city's bazaars — Johari, Bapu, and Tripolia — are a shopper's paradise.
Top Attractions
Amber Fort
Mirror palace, elephant rides
Hawa Mahal
Iconic Palace of Winds
Jantar Mantar
UNESCO astronomical instruments
City Palace
Royal residence, museum
Gem Markets
World's gemstone trading hub
Blue Pottery
Persian-origin Jaipur craft
Gallery
Travel Tips
Amber Fort: Go early morning to avoid crowds. The light-and-sound show at night is spectacular.
Shopping: Fixed-price government emporiums (Rajasthali) help benchmark prices before bargaining.
Food: Try Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar (LMB) on Johari Bazaar for legendary Rajasthani thali.