Man Sagar Lake (Jal Mahal)
Jal Mahal was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in1779 A.D. in the midst of the Man Sagar lake as a pleasure spot. The lake was formed by constructing a dam between the two hills by Sawai Man Singh I. During winter months one can see a large number of migratory birds at the lake.
Amber Palace And Fort Complex
Situated just over 10 kms away from Jaipur on the Jaipur - Delhi highway is Amber, which was the ancient capital of the Jaipur state. A bus leaves from Hawa Mahal every 30 minutes and a well - laid out road takes the visitor out of the city and very soon one witnesses lush green hills. On the notices a lake and standing next to it ids the majestic Amber Fort which is several rulers of the erstwhile state of Jaipur recognized as a vantage military building. The excursion starts with the Dil-e-Aram garden which is laid out in the traditional Mughal style. One can climb up to the fort from the road in10 minutes , go up by a jeep or even on elephant back. The diwan-e-aam (hall of public audience) has latticed galleries and double row of columns each having a capital in the elephants on the top. To the right are steps that lead to the kali temple. The temple offers a wonderful sight and has huge doors made of silver elevation and can be entered through a decorated gateway. The Jai Mandir has a glittering ceiling of mirrors and elegant inlaid panels. In front of the Jai Mandir is Sukh Niwas with a door made of sandalwood, inlaid with ivory with a channel running through which once carried cool water. The zenana or womens apartments were designed in a manner which could easily facilitate the entry of the maharaja to various chambers without any of the concubines aware of any visitor.
Timings: 08:00 A.M. to 17:30 P.M.Phone: 0141-2530293
Nahargarh Fort
It is 15 kilometers from Jaipur beyond the hills of Jaigarh and is like a watchful sentinel guarding Sawai Jai Singh beautiful capital. Much of the original structures are in ruins. From atop a hill, the fort offers a scenic view of the city below. Rajasthan Tourism has started a cafeteria where beer and snacks are available from 10:00 A.M to 10:00 P.M.
Timings: 09:00 A.M. to 18:00 P.M.Phone: 0141-5137686
Swarghasuli / Isarlat
The tower on the western side of Tripolia Bazar is the highest structure in old Jaipur and was built by Ishwari Singh in 1749 A.D. to commemorate an important victory.
Ram Niwas Bagh & Zoo
To provide an open space and greenery to the citizens, there is a big garden, with a zoo, an aviary, a greenhouse, a herbarium, a museum and several sports grounds. It was built during the reign of Sawai Ram Singh II in 1869 as a famine relief project.
Dolls Museum
Located near the Police Memorial towards the back side of SMS hospital is the Dolls Museum. There are attractive dolls from various countries and is housed in the compound of the school for the deaf and the dumb.
Timings: 09:30 A.M. to 04:30 P.M.
Phone: 0141- 2619359
Sisodia Rani Garden
It is eight kilometers away from Jaipur on the road to Agra. Several landscaped gardens were constructed by the kings and the courtiers in the 18th and 19th centuries with being one built by Sawai Jai Singh for hisSisodia queen, the Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh. It consist of tiered multilevel gardens with fountains, watercourses and painted pavilions.
Timings: 08:00 A.M. to 17:30 P.M.Phone: 0141-2530293
Albert Hall
It is situated in the beautiful Ram Niwas Bagh Garden. This beautifully designed saracenic structure was designed by Sir Swinton Jacob. It was opened in 1887 as a public museum. It contains rare collect
