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Jaipur is a regal paradise of culture and legacy, rich with architectural jewels, and is affectionately dubbed “The Pink City” for the pink color of its old structures . The city is home to several famous tourist attractions such as Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amer Fort and many more.

Jaipur is a world heritage site. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019. The city was recognized for its unique urban planning and architecture that reflects the Hindu, Mughal and Western styles. The city is also known for its rich cultural heritage and traditions.
Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II . The city was planned according to Indian Vastu Shastra principles . The old city of Jaipur is partially encircled by a crenellated wall . Jaipur is also known as the Pink City because of the dominant color scheme of its buildings .
The summers are extremely hot and dry and The winters are mild with temperatures. The best time to visit Jaipur is between November and February when the weather is pleasant and mild.
Jaipur is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditions. The city has a vibrant culture that is reflected in its art, music, dance, and festivals. The people of Jaipur are known for their hospitality and warmth. The city is famous for its handicrafts such as pottery, jewelry, textiles, and carpets . You can also find many traditional Rajasthani dishes in Jaipur such as dal-bati-churma, gatte ki sabzi, ker sangri ki sabzi and many more .
Jaipur is known for its colorful and vibrant festivals. Some of the famous festivals celebrated in Jaipur are Gangaur Festival, Teej Festival, Kite Festival, Elephant Festival and many more . The Gangaur festival is celebrated in March-April and is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. The Teej festival is celebrated in August-September and is dedicated to Goddess Parvati. The Kite festival is celebrated on Makar Sankranti in January. The Elephant festival is celebrated on the day of Holi .

Here is a list of some of the popular tourist spots in Jaipur:

Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar , Amber Fort, Nahargarh Fort , Jaigarh Fort, Jal Mahal , Albert Hall Museum ,Birla Mandir Temple (Laxmi Narayan Mandir), Galtaji Temple (Monkey Temple) , Sisodia Rani Garden and Palace , Vidyadhar Garden.

Jaipur is famous for its traditional Rajasthani cuisine. Some of the famous dishes in Jaipur are:

Dal-Bati-Churma, Gatte ki Sabzi, Ker Sangri ki Sabzi, Pyaaz Kachori, Mawa Kachori, Mirchi Bada, Dahi lassi

JANTAR MANTAR

JAL MAHAL

CITY PALACE

GALTA JI