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Jaipur also referred as the Pink City was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. He was a Rajput ruler who ruled the city from 1699 to 1744. It is the first planed city of India and has rich cultural and historical values that make it more splendid. Its grandeur architecture, rich culture, vibrant and colorful life had never failed to allure the travelers from far off places. Located at a distance of 258 km from Delhi, the city of Jaipur is surrounded by the districts of Alwar, Sikar, Nagaur and Dausa. Most of the state is covered with desert but the city of Jaipur is protected from the rough desert by the Aravali hills. The climate of Jaipur is hot and humid in summers while it is chilly in winters. The summer season is between the months of April to July with the maximum temperature reaches up to 45ºC. While in the winters the temperature drips considerably with the fog envelops the city during the evening. The best time to visit Jaipur is during October to mid March.
Jaipur is an astounding place to visit as for as tourism is concerned. It is the capital of Rajasthan and has many magnificent buildings and monuments that you can not afford to miss on a sightseeing tour to Jaipur. Among them the most significant places that are worthy of a visit on Jaipur Tour are Jantar, Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort, Jaigarh fort, Nahargarh fort etc are few among them that tell the story of fascinating Royal Legacy of various dynasties who have ruled the city. These monuments reflect the glorious era of Jaipur in every walk of life. So plan a trip to the royal city of Jaipur that has everything from colorful fair and festivals to spectacular forts and monuments, from wealth of handicrafts to royal legacy of customs that makes it a gem in the crown of Indian glory and a worth visiting place.
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