A trace of Royalty in "The Pink City" : An Indian travel blog

"The Pink City - Jaipur"

In our vibrant country India, there is an oasis of culture and heritage that stands out for travelers from around the world. Nicknamed the “pink city”, Jaipur is an explosion of colors and tradition. Between the regal palaces and crowded bazaars, discover the beautiful details of Jaipur’s ancient architecture. Around every corner, the city tends to showcase the best of India in one enchanting city. There are lots of good hotels, cafes, and restaurants. What fascinated me the most is the charming architecture especially City Palace. I enjoyed taking photos of every corner of it. I believe everyone who travels here will be back with smiles and memories.

Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
N 26.91° / E 75.78°

Top sites to visit

Must See Forts:
Amber (Amer) Fort, Jaigarh Fort, and Naharghar Fort. Adventurers should also take a day trip to Bhangarh fort, one of the most haunted places in India.

Must See Palaces:
Hawa Mahal (the pink Palace of Winds) and the City Palace, where descendants of the royal family reside today. Bonus stop: the floating palace of Jal Mahal.

Wells Must Sees:
Chand Baori and Panna Meena ka Kund. Prepare to be amazed by these intricately-designed step wells.

Must Sees Temples:
Birla Mandir and Galtaji Temple. Make sure to say hello to the Galtaji monkeys!

Bazaar's:
From delicate, handmade jewelry to brightly dyed fabric with gorgeous embroidery, the bazaars of Jaipur are full of colorful treasures. Grab some gol gappe to nibble on while you explore one of Jaipur’s many shopping centers. Our personal favorite is Phool Mandi, the flower market, with its overflowing bags of bright flower petals. Arrive early in the morning to see the local farmers hard at work.

Jantar Mantar:
If you think reading a clock face is tricky, then wait until you see Jantar Mantar. This historic observatory has a collection of structures that create the largest stone sun dial in the world. Though you can't climb the towers anymore, they can still tell time far more accurately than your Apple watch.
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In Jaipur, it’s the little things that matter. From the mosaic ceilings, to the colorful frescoes, to the intricate designs, this city is a feast for the eyes. The best tip we can offer is to carry your camera with you everywhere, and be on the lookout for these gorgeous little details that bring the city to life.
October-March Avoid Jaipur in the summer. Trust us. The city becomes overwhelmingly hot and it’s no fun trying to explore all the wonders while you’re drenched in sweat. Instead, opt for the cooler months, and be sure to keep in mind Jaipur's many incredible festivals, like the International Kite Festival or the Jaipur Literature Festival. If you do travel in the winter, pack layers, as temperatures can drop dramatically at night.

If you seek adventure, want to see and experience the world in its raw, dignified and colorful glory, visit India. We let ourselves be carried away, saw ourselves as explorers and found a country like no other; a place that changed us from the inside out, broadened our horizons and in a mysterious way gave us a renewed sense of faith in the universe. Sometimes when we were frustrated, tired, or overloaded, India surprised us with a magic moment, with an honest smile, a kind gesture and everything was ok again. India will surprise you at every turn, every time you blink, you see something extraordinary, something extraordinarily sad, extraordinarily beautiful, extraordinarily challenging, extraordinarily humble."

Nice And Spicy If you like spice, and lots of it, you’ve found the right city. Located in the heart of the desert, Rajasthani cuisine includes plenty of spicy and delicious dishes. From Dal Baati Churma to Laal Maas and Kachori, we could go on for days about the food in Jaipur. Make sure to try Lassi, a popular drink made from yogurt and spices, at the famous Lassiwala.

#FunFact Jaipur’s nickname “the Pink City” comes from the terracotta color that adorns every building in the historic center. In 1876, Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh was determined to impress visiting British monarch Prince Albert, so he ordered the city painted the color of “hospitality.”

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albertoyago (53) · 7 years ago

Ahhhhh @bikergirl ! This is really beautiful! I'd love to visit India one day! Hope steemit can help with that :p

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abhin (46) · 7 years ago

Well, Jaipur has a lot of places to visit!!I have seen all of them, I would like to add in the food part that is FIRE PAAN or ICE PAAN it's a great thing I would suggest that too!!

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ismailali (44) · 7 years ago

India is best and beautiful country in the world, jai hind, jai bharat.

randompleb (25) · 7 years ago

Wow what a beautiful post!
I hope you are going to post even more!

komal (61) · 7 years ago

If you are still in Jaipur, I would suggest you to go to sagar lake during night hours. It's not allowed to do so though, but that's another fun I guess ;)

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nimik (51) · 7 years ago

This is beautiful, even I am planning to see the Jaipur in the next month.