About
Jaipur
Rajasthan's beautiful
Pink
City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan of
rulers whose three hill forts and series of
palaces in the city are
important attractions. Known
as the Pink City because of the colour of the
stone used exclusively in the walled city, Jaipur's
bazaars sell embroidered leather shoes, blue
pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic
wares. Western Rajasthan itself forms a convenient
circuit, in the heart of the Thar desert which
has shaped its history, lifestyles and architecture.
Founded in AD 1727 by Sawai Jaisingh
II, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is popularly
known as the Pink City with broad avenues and
spacious gardens. The capital of Rajasthan,
Jaipur is steeped in history and culture. Here
the past comes alive in magnificent forts and
palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the
maharajas. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous
for Rajasthani jewellery, fabric and shoes,
possess a timeless quality and are surely a
treasure-trove for the shoppers. This fascinating
city with its romantic charm takes you to an
epoch of royalty and tradition.