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 Jaipur is the state capital to the desert state of Rajasthan ands so a tour to Jaipur Rajasthan can never be missed out on a visit to Rajasthan. Jaipur is surrounded by a number of villages and small townships, of which Samode is also one. Though Jaipur can be best explored if you land in Jaipur with a few days' time in hand and check in to a hotel; nevertheless, if you are more keen on making Samode your base, you can also visit Jaipur on excursions from Samode.
Jaipur, more popularly known as the Pink City, was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727 AD. The city was built in Pink Stucco resembling pink sandstone, giving it its name. The old city has been preserved as it was, while the new modern city that looks more like a state capital, has expanded on all sides of the walled pink city. A trip of the old city is also a must see on Tour To Jaipur In Rajasthan India. You can best explore the old city if you hire a tonga (a horse driven cart) and roam about the streets of the old city while the tonga driver makes you acquainted with the significant buildings and corners in the city. The old city is still inhabited by a large number of people- some of them descendants of the royal family and the workers of the royal family.
On your Tour To Jaipur In Rajasthan you can visit a number of tourist attractions all around the city. The Hawa Mahal at the heart of the pink city is one of the most important tourist destinations in Jaipur. The Hawa Mahal, or the "Palace of Winds", was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, and designed by Lal Chand Usta. It forms part of the City Palace annexe and extends the Zenana or women's wing, the chambers of the harem. The original intention behind the building of the monument was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen and facilitate a smooth passage of wind in all parts of the palace.
The Jantar Mantar- the sun dial, and the Amber Palace and Fort (11 km from Jaipur) are other important tourist destinations in Jaipur. The Amber Palace is well known for its architectural beauty which finds completion in its exquisite interiors laden with vibrant frescos and murals. The hall of mirrors at the palace is stunning in its beauty. A tour to Jaipur In Rajasthan thus remains incomplete without a visit to the Amber Palace, an extra ordinary example of Hindu and Mughal architectural blend.
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