Jaipur B2B

Jaipur is the gem set in the crown of Indian Tourism. The city is also called Pink City and is considered as the epicenter of cultural wealth. Listed as the first planned city, Jaipur was established on the principal of Vastu Shastra (Indian archeological science).

Jaipur was established on 18th November 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II and was christened after him. The capital city of Rajasthan grabs the attention of international travellers and makes this a significant tourist hub in India and in Rajasthan.

The city is compact with vibrant markets that are located in the narrow and bustling alleys. Famous for boasting handicrafts and ethnic items these shops are the best places where you can know more about the culture of the city. Apart from shops, Jaipur is also famous for organizing flourishing festivals and excitingfairs. Teej festival, Jaipur Kite Festival, Camel Festival are some of the cultural festivals in Jaipur. While Jaipur Literature Festival is one of its kinds festival that is considered as the biggest lit fest where, writers, authors, philosopher and philanthropist from all over the world comes under one roof to discuss one various topics.

Along with the Shops, fairs and festivals, Jaipur is also known for its forts, palaces and historical and heritage sites. Amber Fort is the beautiful fort that is a prominent tourist hub in the city. Hawa Mahal is also a beautiful palace; here people can view the charming view of the city from 953 jharokas of the palace. City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Albert Hall also play a vital role in Jaipur tourism.

History
The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is most natural place to begin a discovery of Rajasthans multifaceted attractions. The city actually takes its name from a princely state called Jaipur State that existed sometime during the 12th century. This state was home to the Kachwaha Rajput clan. The state was founded in the year 1097 AD by a man named Dulaha Raya, who came from Gwalior. They drove out the local Meenas and the Bargujar Rajput chiefs and settled over here.

1- Hawa Mahal:
Also known as “Palace of Winds” or “Palace of the Breeze,” it is a palace built in Jaipur, located on the edge of the City Palace, which is a true representation of Indo-Islamic culture from the times of the Rajput kings in India. the palace was built in red and pink colors sandstone, so it goes with the monuments of the “Pink City” Jaipur...
the Hawa Mahal was built mainly out of pink and red sandstone and fits in aptly with the rest of the pink city. Culturally significant, this palace was built as a haven for the royal women to watch the public festivities and going-on from.

2- City Palace:
The City Palace is a masterpiece and a gift for art and history lovers. Visitors can also buy souvenirs from a section dedicated to the artisans of Jaipur. the Palace is reachable; one can take a cab for local site-seeing or take rickshaws if they want the Indian way of travel. it is only fitting that the number 1 attraction to visit is the City Palace of Jaipur. Situated in the very heart of the city, the city palace complex is a grand complex, with beautiful gateways, vast courtyards, two separate palaces, and pretty, well-manicured gardens.

3- Jantar Matar:
It is an astronomical observatory site in the Pink City Jaipur. Jantar Mantar literally means "instruments for measuring the harmony of the heavens". The observatory was built to help to interpret the position of celestial bodies and calculate local time. Along with palaces, temples, and gardens in Jaipur city, the Jantar Mantar has great importance internationally.

4- Jal Mahal:
The Jal Mahal, or the Water Palace, is located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in the city of Jaipur. Yet another grand example of the fine Rajput architecture, the splendid monument can be seen as a standalone building in the middle of the lake from the Man Sagar Dam, but unfortunately, it was abandoned. The 5-storeyed structure was built from sandstone, as with most of the Rajput palaces, and was abandoned due to a whole host of reasons. In fact, the Jal Mahal is partially submerged in water and only the top floor is visible to the public. Over a decade ago, restoration efforts helped restore major submerged parts of the palace, and the palace was illuminated with lights, providing for a spectacular night view of it.

5- Nahargarh Fort:
Once a part of the strong defense-line for the city of Jaipur, the Nahargarh fort is situated atop the Aravalli Hills and overlooks the pink city. While it never did come under siege, it is iconic for multiple other reasons, the most recent ones being its feature in a few famous Bollywood films. The Nahargarh fort today is also home to the Jaipur Wax Museum and is surrounded by a dense forest.

6- Nahargarh Biological Park:
The Nahargarh Biological Park is home to a vast variety of flora and fauna, especially well-known for being home to hundreds of species of birds. The park also consists of a zoo, which is home to different wild animals, like the Asiatic lion, crocodiles, the Himalayan black bear, and many others.

7- Chokhi Dhani:
Chokhi Dhani is a resort that, while providing to you comfort and hospitality, also aims to carefully preserve the traditional Rajasthani culture and its village-life. Chokhi Dhani has, for many years, brought urban travelers closer to the culture of old-time Rajasthani villages, where villagers still lead humble lives that are enriched with a focus on arts and culture. Situated off the national highway, just on the outskirts of Jaipur, the Chokhi Dhani is easy to reach and is definitely recommended for those looking to immerse themselves in culture.

8- Masala Chowk:
A newer addition to the things you can do in this glorious city, Masala Chowk came to be to offer to visitors delicious Rajasthani street food, in one place. With modernized restaurants and other countries’ cuisines, the options to eat more traditional Rajasthani food had diminished - which is when Masala Chowk came to be. With over 20 restaurants at the Chowk, serving yummy street food, you can be sure to try out some of India’s tasty and spicy street food, here.

9- Birla Temple:
The Birla temple also referred to as the Laxmi Narayan Temple, is located at the foot of the Moti Dungari Hill in Rajasthan, and is a Hindu temple. A modern-day wonder, this temple is built out of pure white marble and is a revered place of worship for many Hindus across the world. It was built by the prestigious Birla family and is one of the many Birla temples around the country.

10- Albert Hall Museum:
This is the oldest museum of Rajasthan, opened in 1887, and is the state museum. Built-in a distinct Indo-Saracenic or Indo-Gothic style, the foundation of the museum was laid down when the Prince of Wales visited the state in 1876; and is home to artifacts from around the country. You can find metal art, arms and armory, pottery, sculptures, international art, ivory-crafts, and many others in the stupendous display of the works at the museum.
The traditions, customs, lifestyle, art, and architecture of Jaipur reflect a great deal of the city’s rich culture, besides reflecting a view of the whole country of India. The city has its own performing arts. The Jaipur Gharana for Kathak is widely known as the most famous performance in arts. There is also Tamasha's performance, which includes dancing along with singing. It is performed by local theatre groups.

Things To Do
Welcome to the 'pink city of India'- Jaipur. This historical and cultural city with its charm and attractions of the yesteryears draws thousands of visitors from round the world. There are many Things to Do in Jaipur. Once you land here, you will never be bored and simply get puzzled in managing your time.

Make a plan for your trip because there are many Things to Do in Jaipur. Check out the famous historical sites here. The forts, palaces, museums, amusement parks and the temples reflect the magnificence of Indian architecture at its best. There are also plenty of restaurants like the Copper Chimney, Dasaprakash, the Palace Café, the Jaipur Darbar and many others that are famous here. Dining in these places is real fun. Things to Do is one of the major forms of entertainment here. The main markets popular among tourists are Jauhari Bazar, Bapu Bazar, Nehru Bazar, Chaura Rasta, Tripolia Bazar and M.I. The city is one of the most important centers in the world for cutting and polishing precious and semi precious stone, diamonds. You can also buy the famous 'Bandhni' and 'Lehariya' saris. Gopalji ka Rasta and Haldion ka Rasta are the two notable lanes in this market for Things to Do. These lanes prides in housing some of he best shops of jewellary and traditional tie and dye fabrics and textiles. Textiles, local perfumes and shoes made of camel skin are famous in Bapu Bazar and Nehur Bazar. Leather footwear such as shoes and 'jutis' are best buys in Ramganj Bazar.

The other notable places for Things to Do in Jaipur are Kishanpol Bazar for tie and dye textiles, Maniharon Ka Rasta or Tripolia Bazar for lac bangles and Subhash Chowk for carpets. Near the Hawa Mahal there are large number of shops dealing in antiques and pseudo-antiques.

How to Reach
By Air : Jaipur Airport is located near Sanganer at a distance of 13 kms from the city of Jaipur. Many domestic airlines connect the city to all the major cities of India including Udaipur and Jodhpur as well. Flights for Delhi and Mumbai run on a regular basis. The airport has been granted the status of an international airport and connects to the foreign cities like Sharjaha and Muscat too.
By Rail : Jaipur Railway Station is a central main station of the state of Rajasthan. The vast rail track of Indian Railways connects Jaipur station with all other cities of India. There are numerous trains which run on a regular basis to and from Jaipur.
By Road : Jaipur is well connected by road to major cities in India. Excellent road network serves people to enjoy a comfortable journey to and from Jaipur. This mode of traveling is quite easy and comparatively cheap. Regular bus services from nearby cities connect Jaipur to the other cities. Deluxe Buses, AC coaches and Government buses are available for the convenience of the passengers.