Rajasthan Map

Hawa Mahal (Jaipur)- The exotic creation of ancient times
Jaipur is an intriguing city and the presence of grand palaces makes it ideal to roam around. The dominance of pink color by Hawa Mahal has won the title of Pink city to Jaipur. From every angle, the palace appears to be pinkish. It is situated at the north of Badi Chaupad which is one of the city’s main intersection points. The long and thick walls and colossal gateways of pink color ensure the firm security of Palace. To maintain the significance of pink color, women gets dressed especially in pink, yellow, red and blue outfits and men put on white dhoti with double sized turbans on their head of pink, red and yellow colors.

King Sawai Pratap Singh, unknown of the fact that Hawa Mahal will be highly famous countrywide, constructed it in the year of 1799. The 5 storied palace is given a shape of pyramid. Overall 953 small windows adorned with miniature lattice work, reflect the true elegance of Rajasthan culture. The pink sandstones utilized in the formation of palace are called "Jharokhas". The Hawa Mahal is created in such a way that let fresh air enters inside the premises of palace round the time. The amazingly designed galleries and domed roofs beautify it furthermore.

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The weather in months of May-June is mild and breezy. From the top of Hawa Mahal, the city emerges quite beautiful and busy. The image of extensive roads, unlimited crowd in market and colorful apparels can be seen from the top of citadel or from striking petite windows.

This much description doesn’t even describes half of the charm of ostentatious Hawa Mahal of Jaipur. In the period of dawn, the palace looks wonderful. The incredible glory of the palace attracts the tourists.

So find out the free time from your schedule and make a trip to Jaipur. This trip can be the most memorable trip of your life.