According to Indian Vastu Shastra, Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is the first planned city. The dense city of legends and myths is a captivating combination of past and future. The most distinctive features of the city are its mesmerizing monuments like the honeycomb Hawa Mahal, the exquisite water palace Jal Mahal, the fairytale like the magnificent Amer Fort, the towering Nahargarh Fort and each one has a story to tell who makes the journey to Jaipur even more special.
Jaipur, the capital of the state of Rajasthan, is surrounded by the Aravali mountains. A famous commercial center, the heritage city is much more developed compared to many others in Rajasthan. During the reign of Sawai Ram Singh, Jaipur was painted pink as a grand welcome gift to the Prince of Wales. It is a color associated with hospitality, and residents retain the color pink even today. The city is at the forefront of India’s Golden Triangle tour route, which is perhaps the most popular choice among tourists from around the world.
The pink city is also very famous for its lively and exotic fairs and festivals. Some of the major festivals of Jaipur city are Kite Festival, Elephant Festival etc. which are celebrated in the city with great enthusiasm and passion. A collection of inimitable forts, beautiful havelis and colorful bazaars make a Jaipur tour an optimal activity.
