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discover jaipur

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Jaipur is the gateway to the desert state of Rajasthan.

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city palace

City Palace represents Jaipur’s history and rich culture.

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It dominates the heart of the Pink City, with courtyards, pavilions, and buildings spreading over many hectares.

Architecturally, this palatial complex blends Mughal features with traditional Rajput architecture.

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jantar mantar

Jantar Mantar is an observatory that includes some 20 astronomical instruments.

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The site  expresses the skills and knowledge regarding the cosmos of an 18th-century court led by a scholarly ruler.

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hawa mahal

Hawa Mahal is one of the most famous architectures in Jaipur.

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This red sandstone building is best known for its honeycomb-like exterior which consists of 953 small windows ornated with fine lattice works.

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albert hall museum

Established in 1887, Albert Hall Museum is the oldest art museum in Rajasthan.

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Many kinds of artifacts are exhibited here, ranging from Persian carpets, paintings, jewelry, and ivory sculptures to refined works in crystal.

Here, Mughal features are combined with a Neo-Gothic layout.

Jaipur: Behind the Pink Gates

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