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History of Jaipur

Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur city is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country. Jaipur literally means ‘The City of Victory’. It has a rich history that includes the founding of the city. Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II, the Kachhwaha Rajput ruler of Amer, after whom the city is named. He came to power at the age of 11 on the death of his father Maharaja Bishan Singh. The maharaja was told that his son would achieve greatness and he set out to ensure that Jai Singh had a good education. It is one of the earliest planned cities of modern India, designed by Vidyadhar Bhattacharya.

Why Jaipur is called Pink City?

The construction of the city began in 1726. During the rule of Sawai Ram Singh II, the city was painted pink to welcome Albert Edward, Prince of Wales in 1876. Many of the avenues still remain painted in pink, giving Jaipur a distinctive appearance and the epithet Pink city.

During the British colonial period, the city served as the capital of Jaipur State. After Indian independence in 1947, Jaipur was made the capital of the newly formed state of Rajasthan in 1949.

Popular tourist destination

Jaipur is a popular tourist destination in India, forming a part of the west Golden triangle tourist circuit along with Delhi and Agra. The city serves as a gateway to other tourist destinations in Rajasthan like Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Udaipur, Kota, Mount Abu and has two World heritage sites of Amer Fort and Jantar Mantar. On 6 July 2019, the city was named to the World Heritage Cities list. It is also known as Paris of India. Due to its beauty C.V. Raman called it "Island of Glory".

Jaipur Tourism Information

• Best Time to Visit: The ideal time to visit Jaipur is during the winter months, from (November to March). The weather is pleasant, and it is perfect for exploring the city's outdoor attractions. Summers can be extremely hot, while the monsoon season sees moderate rainfall.

• Culture: Jaipur is a hub of Rajasthani culture, offering a blend of traditional and modern elements. The city's festivals, such as Diwali, Haryali Teej, and Gangaur, are celebrated with great enthusiasm and display of local customs, arts, and crafts.

• Cuisine: Rajasthani cuisine is a highlight of Jaipur tourism. Don't miss trying dishes like Dal Baati Churma, Gatte ki Sabzi, Laal Maas, and sweets like Ghewar and Pyaaz Kachori.

• Shopping: Jaipur is famous for its vibrant markets selling handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, and traditional Rajasthani attire. Markets like Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar are popular spots for shopping.

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