Discover the Delights of The Pink City of Jaipur
Rajasthan, India
Nestled in the rugged Aravalli Hills, Jaipur is the pristine jewel in the crown of the desert state of Rajasthan. Visit and discover that Jaipur is as remarkable for its marvellous architecture of rose-pink buildings as it is for the friendliness of the people who inhabit it.
Background
Once inside the bastions of the old walls of amazing Jaipur the richness and splendour of this travellers’ favourite is immediately apparent. Laid out on a grid pattern the walls of the buildings with their ornate design are painted a deep pink, giving the city its obvious tag.
The city was founded in 1727 by one of the greatest rulers Jai Singh II and is surrounded by hills on three sides being crowned by formidable forts and majestic palaces, mansions and gardens. Jaipur is the only city in the world planned in accordance with 'Shilpa Shastra' - epochal treatise of Hindu architecture, and which is divided into nine rectangular sectors symbolizing nine divisions of universe.
Jaipur is the first. The lovely colourwash we see today was first applied to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria who visited India in 1883.
Relaxing
The sumptuous hotels of Jaipur are world-famous, beautiful places in which to luxuriate after a hard day’s sightseeing. Visit if only to enjoy a meal or a drink on their manicured lawns. If you have more time why not take a yoga or meditation course or learn to play a traditional musical instrument – all are on offer in the city.