Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan in western India, is also known as ‘the pink city’. It hosts spectacular palaces, mansions and fortifications built during the Rajput era. At the centre of the city, you can still find the city palace complex. You can witness the magnificent Pink Palace, gardens, courtyards, and the royal residence. Jaipur is famous for its culture, food, and much more. Explore this beautiful city before hopping on your Jaipur to Varanasi IndiGo flight.
Things to do in Jaipur:
Achalgarh: This fortification is off the busy Jaipur-Delhi Highway, at Achrol village near Jaipur. You can make a trekking tour to this place to witness the typical Rajasthani architecture.
Travellers can indulge in breath-taking adventures such as:
Jeep tour to the countryside around Jaipur, zip-lining, body zorbing, paintball, and the cycling trek to Nahargarh.
Tourist attractions in Jaipur:
City Palace: The complex located in the heart of the city has beautiful palaces, courtyards, parks and so on. This entire complex served as the seat of the royal family in Jaipur. The Maharajas built the palace and complex as per ‘Vastu Shastra’, the ancient Indian science of architecture.
Amer Fort: This eye-alluring fort offers a glimpse of Rajput and Mughal architecture. You would witness the prosperity of Rajput dynasties and enjoy the royal treatment in this fort.
Places to shop in Jaipur:
You can take along traditional clothing, home décor artefacts, handicrafts, and lovely gift articles. The travellers can visit ‘Badi’ and ‘Choti Chaupar’ within the walled expanses in the heart of the city.
Other famous markets in Jaipur are:
Tripolia Bazar and Johri Bazaar for brass jewellery
Chandpole Bazar for marble artefacts
Kishanpole Bazar for textiles and wooden furniture
Best time to visit Jaipur:
The weather would be warm and dry during the winter spanning from November to February. This season would be the best time to visit Jaipur.
Modes of transport in Jaipur:
City transport buses, minibuses, tempos, auto-rickshaws and metered taxis are available in Jaipur. The hotels and travel agents can arrange for luxury taxis for you.
Weather in Jaipur:
Generally, there are three seasons in a year in Jaipur. The summer from March to June would be unbearable as the temperature remains high. The monsoon from July to September may bring the medium to intense rainfall. The winter season from October to February would be dry and quite pleasant for travelling places.
Airports in Jaipur:
Jaipur International Airport: This airport serves Jaipur city and the surrounding region in Rajasthan, and has two terminals. It is located 12 kilometres from the heart of the city.
Address: Airport Road, Sanganer, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
IATA: JAI