Location
: Next to the renowned Hawa Mahal
Built by : Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh
Highlights : Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple, City Palace
Museum
Best time to Visit : October-March
Jaipur Palace, Located in Jaipur, the foundation of the palace was laid
down, when the city itself came into existence. A perfect blend of
traditional Rajasthan and Mughal architecture. The vast jaipur palace
occupies one seventh of the walled city of Jaipur. Originally built by
Maharaja Jai Singh II, additions have been made to the palace complex by
many of his successors. The city palace jaipur is divided into a series of
courtyards, sprawling gardens and buildings. It is home to several palatial
structures like the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Badal Mahal, Shri Govind
Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
The palace was originally used for official purpose, but today serves as a
museum. Initially, the museum was known as the Maharaja of Jaipur Museum,
but was later renamed as Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum. There are two
main entrances to the palace, the first one is from Jaleb Chowk and the
other one from Tripolia Gate. The first courtyard, while entering from the
Tripolia side, houses the Mubarak Mahal or the Auspicious Palace, which was
earlier the reception hall of the Maharaja of Jaipur. It opens to
Diwan-i-Khas or the Hall of Private Audience. The hall with two rows of
columns are the center of attraction for tourists, since it displays two
silver urns that are considered largest in the world. Another gate from here
leads to the Diwan-i-Aam or the Hall of Public Audience.
The Chandra Mahal is situated in the northwest part of the palace and it is
the place where the royal family used to reside. The Govind Devji Temple
stands in the middle of the Chandra Mahal and the Badal Mahal, which lies
opposite Chandra Mahal. Sukh Niwas was meant for providing relaxation and
rest. Shobha Niwas exudes an extraordinary beauty because of its remarkable
decorations of mirrors, gold leaf and mica all over. There is also a Chavi
Niwas while the top most floor, true to its position is known as the Mukut
Mahal or the Crown Palace.
How to Reach
By Air :Jaipur Airport is located near Sanganer at a distance of 13
kms from the city of Jaipur.
By Rail : The vast rail track of Indian Railways connects Jaipur
station with all major cities of India.
By Road :Jaipur has an excellent road network with Deluxe Buses, AC
coaches and Government buses connecting the city to other major cities of
the country.
