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Monuments in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Monuments of Jaipur are some of the reserves that are imbibed with historical significance of the place.
  Amber Fort   Hawa Mahal   Jaigarh Fort
  Statue Circle   Jantar Mantar   Rambagh Palace
  Gaitore      

Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, RajasthanMonuments of Jaipur are important tourist attractions in western India. Jaipur is a reservoir of the architectural wonders embracing the rich inheritance of India. The monuments in Jaipur depict the glory of the bygone era and boast of the royalty of Jaipur.

There are many forts and monuments in Jaipur that are worth seeing. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort are the three historic forts that provide the impressive view of the city. In the heart of Jaipur, there lies the spectacular City Palace. The Pink city marks its influence with the sight of the amazing Hawa Mahal. Statue Circle is a favorite hangout of Jaipur and commemorates the creator of this city.

Gaitore is a memorial of the Royal kings and eminent for it`s delightfully carved cenotaphs. The enormous Jantar Mantar of Jaipur still captures the exorbitant dream of Raja Sawai Jai Singh, the noble king of Jaipur. People from all over the world come to visit these memoirs of the former age. Government of Rajasthan is implementing certain measures on these monuments to safeguard these priceless monuments of the previous period. These epoch-making monuments of Jaipur are in fact worth visiting.

Amber Fort was used as the capital of the Kachhwaha clan, till Jaipur was declared as the official capital in 1727. The Amber Fort looks startling, all-built in white marble and red sandstone. To add to its charm, Maotha Lake is in its foreground. City Palace forms one of the most famous tourist attractions and a major milestone in the history of Jaipur. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh built the beautiful palaces and monuments during his reign. Among the various palaces and monuments of Jaipur, City Palace stands apart, owing to its outstanding art and architecture. City Palace complex encompasses a huge area, which is divided into an array of gardens, courtyards and buildings. Initially, Raja Jai Singh built the outer wall occupying a huge area, later the additional grand buildings were constructed by the succeeding rulers.

Jalnmahal palace in Jaipur, Rajasthan Gaitore is a royal cremation site of the regal rulers of Jaipur, situated on the Jaipur-Amber road, about 15 kms from Jaipur. There is a commemorative plaque for each Maharaja, built in his honor. These royal cenotaphs of the Maharajas are popularly known as `Chhatris`. Hawa Mahal, a major landmark of Jaipur is a beautiful sight to behold. This famous tourist attraction site portrays Rajputana architecture and speaks the glory of the royal family. Jaigarh Fort located on the top of the hill is also known as Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles). Nahargarh Fort is the first of the three forts built by Maharaja Jai Sawai Singh of Jaipur. Atop this fort, one can catch a spectacular view of the City. Statue Circle forms a major landmark of Jaipur, with the statue of King Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur.

The monuments of Jaipur are some of the unmatched artistic creations of India and touring the nation remain incomplete without visiting these monuments.

(Last Updated on : 14/01/2009)
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