Thursday, January 7, 2010

Holiday Packages in Jaipur

Area : 200.4 sq. km. (approx.)
State of Jaipur : Rajasthan
STD Code :: 0141
Population : 2,324,319 (2005) (approx.)
Altitude : 431 m (1,414 ft) above sea level (approx.)
Temperature : Summer : 45 °C (Max) - 25 °C (Min), Winter : 22 °C (Max) - 8 °C (Min)

JAIPUR The "pink city" and Rajasthan colourful capital, is full of things to see and do.The capital of Rajasthan was founded by Swai Jai singh 11 in 1727 A.D. He was not only a great ruler, but also a renowed mathematician and astrologer. Jaipur is also called as the first planned city of the country. It was designed by vidyadhar bhattacharya as per the hindu treatise, shilp shastra.

There are impressive monuments, an excellent range of handicrafts, a wide verity of cuisine, and entertainment that can keep you enthralled for days. In fact, you will find yourself wanting to extend your holidays. It`s a city that can cast its spell on you from the moment you arrive.

JAIPUR important places to see are the city palace, Statue Circle, Jaigarh Fort, Jantar mantar, Hawa Mahal, Ramganj Bazar, Galtaji Temple, Moti Doongri Temple, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Gaitore Chhatris and Birla Temple etc. Jaipur is also a shopper`s paradise, with its rich treasure of bewitching Silver Jewellery.

Jaipur is also a city of contrasts- the new city has spacious roads alotted with narrow congested streets, bazars and artisan`s quarters. This part of town is a facinating place to wander around, especially at sunset. Providing a stunning backdrop to the city are the ancient forts and palaces which create a dramatic picture of Jaipur

CITY SIGHTS
AMER FORT (11 KMS.) It was the capital of Kachhwahas for six centuries before the foundation of Jaipur. Amer, stands a top a range of craggy hills. The fort is remarkable as much for the majestic grandeur of its sourranding as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful places. It is a fine blend of Hindu and muslim architecture.


SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS

ELEPHANT RIDE- Ascent to the fort on gaily caprisoned elephant to various palaces with rooms and stunning beauty including the World`s finest chamber of mirrors and the temples of Kali.

Jeep Safari : A jeep safari is probably the best and the fastest way to explore the enticing spectrum Rajasthan. Moreover, it is possible to enjoy a more comprehensive tour on the jeep and it is a smoother and more comfortable ride.

HAWA MAHAL (The palace of winds )
Located to one side, but a part of the city palace complex, Hawa Mahal is best viewed from the street outside. If it were not for the bustling bazaar all around, it would have been easy to mistake it for a film set, so exqusitely is it proportioned, and so incongruous is its delicacy. Hawa Mahal consists of five tiers of corridors on the inside, with pierced screen windows that overlook the street below. It is believed that women of the royal zenana would sit concealed behind these screen to see life in the city beyond the walls of the palace.
A stone observatory, part of the City Palace complex, Jantar mantar is one of several other astronomical observatories created by Maharaja Swai Jai singh 11 (others are in delhi, Banars, Ujain). Jai singh 11 had a passion for astronomy and used astronomical inventions from different cultures in the creation of these observatories, the largest of which is in Jaipur.

CENTRAL MUSEUM
is housed in the Albert Hall in the Ram Niwas Public Garden, south of the old city. Exhibts include models of yogis adopting various positions, tribal ware, dioramas depicting various Rajasthani dances and sections on he decorative arts, musical instruments and tribal costumes. To the right of Albert Hall is the Durbar Hall and it houses a collection of old carpets, some 400 years old.

EXCURSION
SAMODE: Samode is an hour`s drive from Jaipur , 45 km away. The 400-year-old palace has a Wealth of frescope , many of them depicting religious subjects. The highlight is Durbar hall.

PUSHKAR: It is 11kms from Ajmer along the picturesque pushkar lies the tranquil town with deep religions significance `Nag Pahar` or snke Mountain forms a natural boundary between Ajmer and Pushkar The lake with 52 ghats and an array of temples along the banks is an important pilgrimage center of Hindus.

SEASONS: The best season to visit Jaipur (Rajasthan) is (September to March)

SHOPPING: Jaipur is a treasure trove for the shopper, and there is everything here that the heart desires. As a major gems and jewelers center you can count on finding some of the country finest`s jewelry here usually in a traditional stale called Kundan, Johari Bazaar, Ganpati Plaza, Badi Chaupar, Ramganj Bazar, Chaura Rasta, Raja Park, Tripolia Bazaar and more.

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