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Jaipur Hawa Mahal: a jewel of historic Rajasthani tourism

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The grandeur, royalty and architectural excellence of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, reside in its majestic pink monuments. When the Prince of Wales visited Jaipur in 1853, the whole city was painted pink (his favorite) to welcome him. In this way, all the major monuments of red and pink sandstone serve as the main attraction for heritage tourism in Rajasthan . Of all the amazing architectural wonders of the colorful city of Jaipur, the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) is a major landmark.   Story   Hawa Mahal in Jaipur is one such structure which shows a wonderful blend of Rajputana and Mughal architecture. The palace, built on five floors, is enhanced with white quicklime. The best thing about the structure is that it is shaped like a crown that adorns the head of Lord Krishna.   Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh of Jaipur ordered the construction of the Hawa Mahal in 1799. It is basically built in the city palace, enlarging the zenana or women's rooms (the ha...

Travel destinations in Jaipur

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  The beautiful "pink city" of Jaipur in Rajasthan is one of the most popular destinations on tourist routes. It is an amazing city known for its beautiful architecture and excellent urban planning. Large forts, colorful bazaars, beautiful havelis, rich and vibrant culture attract many tourists to this place every year. It is an important part of the famous Golden Triangle tourist circle with Delhi and Agra. This wonderful city was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber.   The most famous sights of this place are:   Hawa Mahal:   It is an identity of this place, which is also known as "Palacio de los Vientos" or "Palacio de la Brisa". It is a five-story pyramid facade made of red and pink sandstone. It has 953 small windows, commonly known as "Jharokhas", decorated with small grilles. This was built so that the women of the royal families could see the various activities on the streets. It is one of the wo...