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Rajasthan's beautiful Pink CityJaipur, was the stronghold of a

clan of rulers whose three hill

forts and series of palaces in the

city are important attractions.

Known as the Pink City because

of the colour of the stone used

exclusively in the walled city,Jaipur's bazaars sell

embroidered leather shoes,

blue pottery, tie and dye scarves

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Founded in AD 1727 by Sawai Jaisingh II,Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is popularly

known as the Pink City with broad avenues

and spacious gardens. The capital of

Rajasthan, Jaipur is steeped in history and

culture. Here the past comes alive in

magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink,

where once lived the maharajas. The

bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for

Rajasthani jewellery, fabric and shoes,possess a timeless quality and are surely a

treasure-trove for the shoppers. This

fascinating city with its romantic charm

takes you to an epoch of royalty and

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The sovereign of amber built jaipur in theeighteenth century. It was also around

that time that the Mughal Emperor

Aurangzeb had died and the decline of

the Mughal Empire had set in. Jai Singh

had started distancing himself from theaffair of the Mughal Court and he began

concentrating on building of Amber. His

search for a safe place for the increasing

population of Amber resulted in Jaipur,

This was India's first planned city and a

brilliant architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharyafrom Bengal was commissioned to plan

the city. He designed it in accordance

with ancient Hindu treatise on

architecture, the Shilpa Shastra

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ROMANCE OF PINK - Jaipur needed a fresh

coat of paint to welcome its distinguished

guest the Prince of Wales in 1905-6. The

contractor inability to supply any other color in

the required quantity compelled the choice of

pink shade for its walls. A contractors

compulsion famed Jaipur to Pink city. Since

then the PINK color is associated with

hospitality in Rajput culture.

Jaipur has a timeless appeal in its colorful

bazaars that delights for its Rajasthani

handlooms and trinkets. Beautifully laid out

gardens and parks, attractive monuments and

marvelous heritage hotels, once the residence of

Maharajas, are worth admiration, not to

mention the ambling camels and cheerful

people in multi hued costumes that make Jaipur

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Population 23, 24, 319 (2001)

Area 23.3 sq. km. approx

Altitude 431 m (above sea level)

Temperature Summer Average Max 40.6C, Average Min.

25.8C

Winter Average Max. 22.0C Average Min

8.3C

Rainfall 64 cm

Season September to March

Clothing Summer - Tropical, Winter - Woolen

Languages Hindi, Rajasthani & English 55


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Tourist Places in Jaipur

HAWA MAHAL - built in 1799, by Maharaja SawaiPratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument ofJaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonalmonument having 152 windows with over hanginglatticed balconies is a fine piece of Rajputarchitecture.

JANTAR MANTAR (Observatory) - built in18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, thehuge masonary instruments were used to studythe movement of constellations and stars in thesky. Enormous sun-dial still provide accurate time,which are subject to daily corrections.

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JALMAHAL - (6 kms) on the way toAmer, this small palace is set in the middle

of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around thelake is in progress.

JAIGARH FORT - (15 kms.) standing ona hilltop, overlooking the palaces and city

of Amer. The worlds biggest cannon onwheels- the Jai Ban is positioned here, builtduring reign of Maharaja Sawai Jaisingh. Ithas a twenty feet long barrel and pumpedin the cannon for a single shot.

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Dal Batti Churma

Recognized as a Rajasthan speciality, Dal-batti-churma, is a wholesome Rajasthani meal. Dal,or lentil curry, is served with Bhatti, a roundelof stuffed flour that's baked in a charcoal fireor oven. Choorma is a sweet dish made withflour, jaggery or sugar and ghee.

Bhatticomes in varieties acts as a substitutefor rotis. You could opt forplain batti, or trythe more exotic masala, dry fruit or missibattis. Battiis made out of wheat, flour, milletor a mix of maize and wheat flour, with loads

of ghee.

There is also an unending variety in churma -the colour of which depends on theingredients. To relish Dal-bhatti-churma at anominal expense, check out the dhabas near

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Mawa Kachori

A kachori filled with mawa and sugar syrup, this

delicacy is not to be missed. It is available at all

sweet shops. In Jaipur, try famous sweet shops such

as Rawat sweets and Kanji sweets near the bus stand

and at LMB, Johri Bazar.

GhewarA deep-fried sweet dish, Ghewaris in greatdemand during festivals such as Gangaurand

Teej. It comes in varieties such as plain, desighee and mawa. The best shops for this are LMBat Johri Bazar and Rawat Sweets.

Mirchi BadaSharing prime spot with samosas and kachoris in

the snack market are MirchiBadas - green chillies

dunked in besanand deep fried. You can even find

vendors selling these on makeshift handcarts by

the roadside.

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Camel Festival

The Camel Festival is organized by the Department of Tourismof the Rajasthan Government in January every year . The

festival begins with a colorful procession of bedecked camels

against the red sandstone backdrop of the Junagarh Fort. Held

is a tug-of-war contest, best breed competition, camel dance

and acrobatics among other things. The camels display

amazing footwork, dancing gracefully to the directions of their

trainers. Bridal bridles, be jeweled necks, jingling anklets andcamel shadows, cast a spell on the audience. In the evenings,

is held a traditional rendezvous of renowned artistes and folk

performers.

Desert Festival

This festival is also held in January- February in

Jaisalmer. For three days, the otherwise barren land ofJaisalmer comes to life and is clustered with hordes of

colorfully dressed people. Some chosen moments of

the past and affluent culture are on display backed by

high pitched music and folk dances. The turban tying

competition and Mr. Desert contest as also the camel

races, add to the excitement of the celebrations.

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Elephant Festival

The festival is held on the eve of Holi in Jaipur and

has several interesting attractions like elephant

polo. The festival begins with a procession ofelephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The

elephants are decorated to the full with bright

colours, saddle cloth and heavy jewellery. Female

elephant are made to wear anklets and a prize is

given for the most well-decorated elephant. Playing

Holi on elephant back is one of the major

attractions.

Mewar Festival

This 18 day festival is celebrated to welcome the advent

of spring and coincides with the festival of Gangaur in

Udaipur. It is significant for the women of the state as it istime for them to dress in their best. The women gather to

dress the images of Issar and Gangaur and then carry

them in a ceremonial procession through different parts

of the city. The procession ends up at Pichhola Lake

where the images are transferred to special boats amidst

singing and festivity. Cultural events are held at the end

of the festivities and they include songs, dances and adisplay of fireworks. 1111


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Gangaur Fair

Geld all over Rajasthan, it is the most important fair of the

state and is observed with fervour and devotion. The idols of

Issar and gangaur, manifestations of Shiva and Parvati, are

worshipped by women, particularly by those who are

unmarred and pray for a consort. Women take out

procession through the streets carrying images of the divine

couple. The festival is especially colorful in Jaipur, Udaipurand Mandawa.

Marwar Festival

Held in October in Jodhpur, this annual two day

event attempts to showcase the art and culture of

the Jodhpur region. It is devoted mainly to singing

and dancing. Originally known as the Maandfestival, the folk dancers provide a glimpse of the

days of yore, of battles and valiant and valiant

heroes who still live on in their songs. Other

attractions are camel tatoo show and polo. The

venues are the impressive Umaid Bhavan Palace,

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Rajasthan is called 'The Land Of Colors". In this life of every Rajasthani

the music and dance are intensely embedded. Rajasthan is famous for

its tradition dance and folk music. Rajasthani dance are spectacular

celebration of life and color and it shows the happiness of their people.

The true heritage of the state lies in its folk life of the ample inhabit

rural and remote lands. From them echoes the true melodies, which hassoothed the heart of people for generations. After hard work in the

harsh desert sun and rocky terrain whenever they take time off they let

themselves go in gay abandon. Each region has its own folk

entertainment, the dance styles differ as they do the songs, even the

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Gair Ghoomar :

The popular groomer is the trait dance of the Bhils

although it is but this dance is associated with the royal

ladies of Jaipur, who perform it on certain favorableoccasions. The reason for that might be that the Bhils

and the Jaipur royalty have been close for centuries. The

persons dance in a form of circle the rhythm started with

slow to high music. music and increasing gradually.

Pabuji Ki Phad:

A 14th century folk hero, Pabuji is revered

by the Bhopa community. The scroll, which

is about 10 metres long, highlights the life

and heroic deed of Pabuji. The Bhopas are

invited by villagers to perform in their areas

during times of sickness and misfortune. Theballad is sung by the Bhopa as he plays the

Ravan - hattha and he is joined by his wife

who holds a lamp and illuminates the

relevant portions at appropriate points.

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Puppet Show:

This dance is perform by the expertPuppeteers plays based. Displaying his

skill in making the puppets' act and

dance, the puppeteer is accompanied

by a woman, usually his wife, who

plays the dholak, or drum and singsthe ballad.

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