Jaipur
Declared by UNESCO as the Pink City of India, Jaipur is rich in history, art and culture of Rajasthan, the desert state of India. It is a popular tourist destination and forms the gateway to all tourist locations in Rajasthan.
Tourist attractions in Jaipur
Amer fort is world renowned and is a must visit when in Jaipur. Jantar Mantar is an architectural marvel that is worth experiencing again and again and carries with it the experience of other galaxies. Rich in palaces, Jaipur carries with it a strong historical heritage in the form of Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal; a visit to any of which is experiential in nature. Albert Hall Museum is the epitome of rare artefacts and a must visit. Shopping for antiques and local jewellery and artefacts in major districts of Jaipur is a must.
Things to do in Jaipur
Spend a full day or two at one of the palaces by booking a suite and enjoying the freshness of authentic Rajasthani cuisine and lifestyle. Pay a visit to temples in and around Jaipur which have been built ages ago.Visit the Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort to feel the bravery of wars fought in the past. Visit the world heritage site Jantar Mantar observatory to refine your understanding of the galaxies and stars. Look out for music and dance festivals in the neighbouring desert areas and spend one or two nights there. Take a tour of the many temples and offer your worship there.
Airport in Jaipur
Jaipur International Airport is located at Sanganer which is 12 km from the city centre. The airport offers domestic, international passenger flight and freight cargo services. It is used as an alternate airport for arrival flights that are scheduled to land in Delhi International Airport but cannot land during winters due to dense fog.
- Airport address – Airport Road, Sanganer, Jaipur, Rajasthan - 302017
- Airport IATA - JAI