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City Palace, Jaipur |
The beauty and grandeur of the City Palace, Jaipur is sure to leave you spellbound. It has been nicknamed as the Pink City as most of the buildings are colored pink. The rule of the Rajputs have made Jaipur full of grand palaces and forts. The existing palaces are living testimony of the luxury they used to dwell in. Some of the royal families still continue to stay in these palaces. But some have been transformed into luxury and deluxe hotels. The City Palace, Jaipur is one of the primary tourist attraction. People from far and wide come to soak in the grandeur of the palace.
The City Palace, Jaipur was built in the 18th century by Amber Sawai Jai Singh who was Kachhwaha Rajput. The City Palace, Jaipur is a huge complex comprising of many palaces, temples, gardens and courtyards. The palace also houses museums that chronicles the lives and rule of the Rajput clan. The clothes, jewelry and precious artifacts are displayed at the museum. Structures in the City Palace, Jaipur like Badal Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal are intricately carved and has beautiful inlaid designs. You can also visit the Shri Govind Dev Temple. The City Palace, Jaipur can be entered through the Jaleb Chowk and Tripolia Gate. The gardens are attractive and sprawling.
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The City Palace, Jaipur houses the Mubarak Mahal which was designed by Colonel Jacob. It was built in when Sawai Madho Singh II was ruling. The Mubarak Mahal has the beautiful blend of Mughal, Indian and European style of architecture. This magnificent structure was the reception hall of the rulers to entertain their guests. The Chandra Mahal has museum that displays the weapons of the Rajputs. It is called the Palace of Moon and has paintings, mirror walls and decorated ceilings. The Sukh Nivas or the Hall of Rest is still resided by the royal family. Jaipur is accessible by road, air and rail services.
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