Jaipur, the largest city and the capital of Rajasthan, is also referred to as Pink City. Built by Sawai Jai Singh, this place was India's first planned city. With spectacular hilltops and stunning fortresses, Jaipur has become a major tourist attraction among both national and international tourists. This royal city captivates travelers as it is known for its rich culture and tradition, magnificent art and artifacts, and brilliant past. The serene temples, the long standing forts and palaces, and beautiful have with royal touch to them; added on to the glory of Jaipur. Jaipur has a semi-arid climate. Temperatures vary here in different seasons. In the summer months of April to June, average daily temperature remains around 35 degree Celsius in Jaipur. May and June are the hottest months in Jaipur. Jaipur also has strong infrastructure in terms of electricity, water, road transport, rail transport, air transport and communication facilities. Jaipur metro is the recent achievement for the government, Jaipur has many tourist spots like Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jantar Manar etc. all are easily accessible by public transport. Jaipur is the favorite investment hub for the investors and big companies. Industrial scope is very bright here, No. of large, medium and small scale industries operating since long. Many big investors are already functioning in Jaipur and expanding rapidly. Jaipur has well established medical and educational facilities with the presence of Govt. and private hospitals, schools and colleges.
The City Palace is a historic landmark.
The Planetarium offers unique audio-visual educational and entertainment with its modern computerised projections system.
In the southern horizon is a privately owned hilltop fort of Moti Doongari shaped like a scotish castle.
Amber Fort is located in Amber, 11 km away from Jaipur
Central Museum or the Albert Hall lies in the Ram Niwas Garden
Beyond the hills of Jaigarh stand the Fort of Nahargarh like a watchful sentinel guarding Sawai Jai Singh's beautiful city.
Jantar Mantar at Jaipur is the largest stone observatory in the World and this feature makes it, a special destination for a traveler.
Jal Mahal is a palace located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city.
It was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, and designed by Lal Chand Usta
Galtaji is a holy pilgrimage, located 10 kms away from Jaipur