Tourist Palaces
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Calendar Excursions from Jaipur
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
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
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
JALMAHAL - (6 kms) on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the
middle of Man Sagar Lake. A paved causeway leads upto the beautiful water
palace.
JAIGARH FORT - (15 kms.) standing on a hilltop, overlooking the palaces
and city of Amer. The world 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
AMER - The old capital of the Kachhwahas stands atop a range of craggy
hills. The fort is remarkable as much for the majestic grandeur of its
surroundings as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful palaces. It is a fine
blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. The solemn dignity of it red sandstone
and white marble pavilions, when reflected in the lake at the foot hill, is a
sight to behold. The original palace was built by Raja Man Singh, the additional
extensions were built by Maharaja Mirja Raja Jai Singh and Sawai Jai Singh lIthe
last Maharaja of Amer, who built a new city called Jaipur, where he shfted his
capital in 1727.
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.
The old city of Amer was the seat of power and bustling with life and
prosperity. Other worth seeing sites are Jagat Shiromani Temple, Narsinghji
temple, the stepwell of Panna Meena and fine carved royal cenotaphs on the road
to Delhi. Timing: 9.00 to 16.30 hrs. Entry Fee For Indians Rs. 10.00, For
Foreigners Rs. 50.00, Phone: 2530293, Elephant ride charge Rs. 400.00 (inclusive
of all taxes) Timing : 8.00 to 16.00 hrs, Phone: 2530264 (Tourist Office).
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
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
BIRLA PLANETARIUM - It offers unique audio-visual education about stars
and entertainment with its modern computerised projection system. Entry fee As.
20.00 show timings: 11.00, 13.00, 15.00, 17.00, 18.00, 19.00 hrs. Phone: 2381594
LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE - is situated just below the Moti doongri, known for
the intricate marble carvings in white marble, popularly known as Birla Temple.
KANAK VRINDAVAN - (6.5 Kms on the way to Amer) This newly restored temple
and garden, near Jal Mahal, has beautiful gardens and is popular picnic place.
This is also beautiful location for film shooting. Entry fee Rs. 4.00 & Timings
8.00 to 17.00 hrs, Phone: 2634596
