Hawa Mahal, Jaipur (India)

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur (India)

Jaipur is all known for its rich culture and history. Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds/ Breeze) is a well known five storey landmark in the city of Jaipur, India. It is considered to be as one of the most ravishing monument in the city of Jaipur made by Rajput rulers. It was made by the Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, the King of a royal family of Jaipur of that time built in the year 1799 and the architect was Mr. Lal Chand Usta. The structure of this monument is similar to the crown of Lord Krishna (the Hindu God). To reach to the top floor of building from its ground floor there are no stairs, you have to go through the ramps. It has more than 950 small sized windows carved beautifully to let the air goes in.

The reason behind its construction was Rajputs were strictly traditional so they didn't want their women to go outside and meet ordinary people. Even their women didn't wish to meet strangers outside. However this didn't didn't deter them by taking interest from the outside world that is why they made this, from where women can take a look of the outside world whenever they want through window and special chambers made for them. Cool breeze comes inside through the window and makes the inner environment pleasant and cool for the visitors.

• Best Time to visit :

During Winter season : October - February

• Entry Fee :

Rs. 10 for Indians
Rs. 50 for foreigners

• Opening Hours :

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• 10 other things you wouldn't like to miss :

1. Amer Fort
2. Jaigarh Fort
3. Birla Mandir
4. Jal Mahal
5. City Palace
6. Jantar Mantar
7. Nahargarh Fort
8. Albert Hall
9. Vidyadhar Garden
10. Ramgarh Lake, 32 km north east of Jaipur is a good picnic spot.

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