More Tourist Places in Jaipur

Govind Devji Temple: This temple dedicated to Lord Krishna is located in the central courtyard of Jai Niwas Garden in the north of Chandra Mahal. Sawai Jai Singh II reinstalled the image of Govind Devji that originally belonged to the temple of Vrindavan.

Amber Fort: The Amber Fort stands on a small hillock and is one of the famous Rajasthan fort-palace. An ideal amalgamation of Hindu and Muslim architecture, it was built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh. One can enjoy the ramparts of the fort on elephant back and the snaking pathways.

Nahargarh Fort: Jai Singh II built Nahargarh Fort or the Tiger Fort in 1734. It is the first of all the three forts built by the kings of Jaipur. The fort also offers fabulous city view of Jaipur and the direct view of the shimmering waters of the Man Sagar Lake.

Jaigarh Fort: The fort marks the victory and was built by Sawai Jai Singh in 1726. Perched high on a cliff, it is surrounded by huge battlements with inside walkways. Jaivan, the world's largest canon on wheel is also found here. It provides a panoramic view of Jaipur city and the Amber Fort.

Ram Niwas Bagh: This spacious garden has a zoo, an aviary, a greenhouse, a herbarlum, a museum and a popular sport ground. Sawai Ram Singh II built Ram Niwas Bagh in 1868 AD.

The Albert Hall: Designed in the Indo Sarcenic style of architecture by Sir Swinton Jacob, the Albert Hall presents an exquisite collection of decorative wares, sculptures, paintings, natural history specimen and Egyptian mummy and the celebrated Persian carpet.

Moti Doongari/Lakshmi Narayan Temple: Moti Doongari stands high on a hilltop, built on the lines of Scottish Castle. The Lakshmi Narayan Temple and the Ganesh Temple are the most remarkable temple structures in Jaipur.

Kanak Valley: The Kanak Valley surrounded by the Aravalli ranges adjoins the Amber Fort. The valley and the hills thereby are covered entirely by the Dhok (Anogeissus Pendula) and Kadamba trees. While being in the valley, the tourists come across numerous waterfalls, lotus ponds and flowering plants. The forests bloom in summer when the flowers 'flame of the forest' blossom in their peak flowering season. The migratory birds like the kingfisher, spotted dove and Neel Kanth are most commonly seen in the valley.

The tourists can go for shopping to Jauhari Bazaar, M.I. Road and Badi Chaupar. The handicraft items made of precious and semi-precious stones can be bought from Jauhari Bazaar. For purchasing the fabrics like Bandhej (tie and die) and block printed textiles, one can visit the Jauhari Bazaar and Badi Chaupar market. The Sanganer market has many shops and workshops overflooded with the block printed textiles.

The stone carving items are available in plenty at the Chandpole Bazaar. Maniharon-ka-Rasta in the Tripolia Bazaar area is the best for buying the lac bangles. The Ramganj Bazaar is famous for buying traditional chappals and jutis (leather footwear). The Hawa Mahal area can be explored for the antiques and pseudo-antiques. Some shops opposite Hawa Mahal are known for the world famous stock of Jaipur quilts. The traditional handicrafts like carpets, brassware, blue potteries, durries and other handicraft items are available at the Rajasthali emporium on M.I. Road in Jaipur.

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