City Palace at Jaipur

In the heart of the old city, the City Palace at Jaipur occupies a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens and buildings that once housed the royal family of Jaipur. The outer wall was built by Sawai Jai Singh, but other additions are more recent, some dating to the start of the 20th century. The palace is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The son of the last Maharaja and his family still live in part of the palace. Now it also hold the Rajasthan Police Head Quarters which is a must see for the tourist.

Before the palace proper lies the Mubarak Mahal (Welcome Palace), built in late 19th century by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II as a reception center for visiting dignitaries. It now forms part of the Maharaja Sawai Mansingh II Museum which is a visual treat for those who loves to follow the history of princely & royal heritage of Jaipur. It contains a collection of royal costumes and superb shawls including Sanganeri block prints, royal shawls. Kashmiri Pashmina (goat's wool) shawls, folk embroideries and Banaras saris some are really soothing to eyes for the people visiting Jaipur.

At the heart of the complex is the seven - tiered Chandra Mahal where erstwhile royal family is still in residence, though only a small part of the apartments are occupied. However, it is only the buildings around Chandra Mahal that are open to the public, and these also form a part of the museum. But never the less you can have a glimpse of the rich past & the historical & archeological important this state have in Indian History.

Through Singh Pole (Lion Gate), visitors can approach the Diwan-i-Khas and Diwan-i-Am, where the maharaja's private and public courts would be held. The architecture seems to consist of a number of arched, pillared halls, while the courtyards with painted doorways are a prominent feature, which gives you that mixture of Rajputana & Mughal architecture that is on offer in this magnificent palace that still house the royal family of this state of Rajasthan & Jaipur. This has its own impression on you to remember.

Time: 9:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. (Daily)

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