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HAWA
MAHAL - built
in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable
monument of Jaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument
having 152 windows with over hanging latticed balconies is a fine
piece of Rajput architecture. Originally designed for the royal
ladies to watch and enjoy the processions and other activities, on
the street below. Now it houses a well laid out museum. The
display “Jaipur past and present” is the special feature of this
newly setup museum. Timing 10.00 to 16.30 hrs, Entry Fee Rs. 5.00:
Phone: 2618862 |
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JANTAR MANTAR
(Observatory) - built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai
Singh II, the huge masonary instruments were used to study the
movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial
still provide accurate time, which are subject to daily
corrections. Timing 9.00 to 16.30 hrs, Entry Fee Rs. 10.00, Phone:
2610494 |
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CITY
PALACE AND S.M.S. II MUSEUM - situated in the heart of the old
City, it occupies about one seventh of the old city area. The
palace is a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, it houses a
Seven storeyed Chandra Mahal in the centre, which affords a fine
view of the gardens and the city. Diwan-E-Am (Hall of public
audience) has intricate decorations and collection of manuscripts,
Diwan-E-Khas (Hall of private audience) has a marble pawed gallery
Mubarak Mahal has a rich collection of costumes and textiles.
There is a Clock Tower near Mubarak Mahal. Sileh Khana has a
collection of armory and weapons. Timing 9.30 to 16.45 hrs. Entry
Fee for Indians Rs. 35.00 and for foreigners Rs.150.00 inclusive
of entry to Jaigarh fort, Phone: 2608055 |
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CENTRAL MUSEUM - situated in the Ram Niwas Garden. This
graceful building was founded in 1876 by Prince Albert (also known
as Albert Hall). It has a rare collection of archaeological and
handicraft pieces. Timing 10.00 to 16.30 hrs, Entry Fee for
Indians Rs. 5.00, for foreigners As. 30.00, Phone: 2570099 |
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JALMAHAL - (6 kms) on the way to Amer, this small palace is
set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is
in progress. |
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AMER - The palace
complex is lavishly ornamented and displays the riches of Amer.
Sheesh Mahal chamber of Mirrors. Diwan-e-Am or the Hall of Public
Audience is a beautifully proportioned hall open on three sides
and stands on two rows of ornamented pillars. Diwan e-Khas or the
Hall of Private Audience has delicate mosaic work in glass. Sukh
mandir is guarded by sandalwood doors inlaid with ivory.
Throughout the massive fort finely carved lattice windows,
exquisitely painted doorways, halls and finely sculptured pillars
crave for attention.
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JAIGARH FORT - (15 kms.) standing on a hilltop, overlooking
the palaces and city of Amer. The world’s biggest cannon on
wheels- the Jai Ban is positioned here, built during reign of
Maharaja Sawai Jaisingh. It has a twenty feet long barrel and
pumped in the cannon for a single shot. Timing 10.00 to 16.45 hrs,
Entry Fee for Indians Rs. 15.00 & for foreigners Rs. 20.00, Phone:
2630848 |
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NAHARGARH FORT - (15 kms.) cresting a hill about 600 ft. above
the city, the fort was built in 1734. The walls of the fort run
along the ridge and within are architectural beauties like Hawa
Mandir and Madhvendra Bhawan. Timing 10.00 to 16.00 hrs, Entry Fee
Rs. 5.00, Phone: 5148044 |
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LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE
- is situated just below the Moti 000ngri, known for the
intricate marble carvings in white marble, popularly known as
Birla Temple. |
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VIDHAN SABHA
- The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly is unicameral. The First
Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, which came into existence in March
1952, had a strength of 160 members which was raised to 190 after
the merger of the former Ajmer State with Rajasthan. The Second
and Third Assemblies had a strength of 176 and the Fourth and
Fifth had 184 members each. The membership was raised to 200 from
the Sixth Assembly onwards. The tenure of the Legislative Assembly
is five years unless sooner dissolved. Recently, the elections
were held in the State and the Twelfth Legislative Assembly was
constituted on 5 December, 2003. |
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GAITOR - (6 kms) At the foot hill of Nahargarh stands the
memorials to the former rulers of Jaipur the place has some
gracefully carved cenotaphs in white marble. |
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SISODIA RANI GARDEN -
(5 kms.) on the road to Agra, the magnificent palace garden was
built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1710 for his queen.
Timings 8.00 to 18.00 hrs. Entry fee Rs. 5.00, Phone: 2680494 |
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