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Rajmandir Cinema ( Pride Of Asia)

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Rajmandir - A Dream Rajmandir was the dream of Shri Mehtab chandra Golcha who wanted a cinema hall that will cross the boundary of traditional cinema and will showcase more than just movie. He wanted a cinema hall that could hold his audience for his style and elegance. A cinema that will make his audience feel like that they are the royal guest of a palace and are invited for a complete entertainment. Rajmandir was his idea that has proud India and over the years has witnessed many movie premiers, and has become one of the most popular tourist place of Jaipur. Rajmandir is owned by Bhuramal Rajmal Surana , the reputed jewellers of Jaipur since 250 Years. It is often referred as the Pride of Asia. Rajmandir - Construction The foundation stone of Rajmandir was laid in 1966 by Shri Mohanlal Sukhadia (Chief Minister of Rajasthan). The building took its shape under the guidance of Shri Mehtab Chand Golcha. It took ten long years to build this ...

BM Birla Auditorium Jaipur

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Birla Auditorium is located in Jaipur, India. This auditorium is one of the most famous venues of the city. It hosts some of the renowned international events and exhibits. The exhibition center boasts of its multifunctional and flexible areas and of its capability to host different kinds of events. So many visitors, organizer and exhibitor gather at the exhibition center to take the advantage of functional and flexible spaces build for them. The participants are matching their footsteps with growing needs of the industry. Birla Auditorium also organizes cultural programs and festivals. The participants will get very large parking space at the auditorium. A very famous Conference centre in Jaipur is B.M Birla Auditorium and Convention Centre. It is located in the heart of Jaipur, sprawling 9.8 acre complex which includes an interactive science museum, library, a computer centre, an information processing, a processing planetarium and an audi...

Chokhi Dhani Jaipur

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. Chokhi Dhani Group is synonymous with rajasthani village themed hospitality since 1989. Under guidance of Chairman Mr. Gul Vaswani and Managing Director Mr. Subhash Vaswani chokhi Dhani Group has emerged as a unique hospitality chain due to its commitment to provide guests with unique experience of rajasthani culture. The pride of rajasthan and India Chokhi Dhani Group can easily boast itself as a great promoter and preserver of traditional heritage hospitality of rajasthani culture. Right now the Chain consists of following units:- Chokhi Dhani Village: A rajasthani village themed restaurant spread over 5 acres of beautifully landscaped area on the outskirts of Jaipur. Dotted with machaans and platforms where different folk artists perform concurrently all through evening. Authentic rajasthani traditional food prepared with ethnic recipes and heritage hospitality makes it best in town. Chokhi Dhani 5 Star Ethnic Resort: Only one of its kinds C...

Ganesh Pol Gateway in Jaipur

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Ganesh Pol Gateway Overview Elegant and regal, the Ganesh Pol Gateway is named after the famous Hindu deity Lord Ganesha. The magnificent gateway is the entrance into the palaces of the maharajas. The gateway leads to three private palaces built around a Mughul-style garden, Charbagh. Tourists from all over the world flock to the Ganesh Pol Gateway to admire the architecture of the gateway – a fusion of Mughal and Rajput architectural styles. Particularly famous are the ornamented archways and the fine latticework.   Entrance Fee Rs. 35 per adult (Indians) | Rs. 110 per adult (Foreign Nationals) Location : Amer Fort | South Side of the Courtyard, Jaipur, India

Shri. Ganesh Mandir at Moti Dungri, Jaipur

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Moti Dungri The Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple was constructed by Seth Jai Ram Paliwal in the early eighteenth century, and continues to be one the most popular tourist destinations in Jaipur. Situated in the heart of Jaipur, the Moti Dungri temple is perched on a small hill, and is surrounded by an exotic palace. In the recent past, the palace was home to Rajmata Gaytri Devi, but now, the palace is locked to public, with the temple being the only tourist location. The highlight of this place is the famous and auspicious temple of Lord Ganesha, which is frequently visited by the inhabitants of Jaipur, and other tourists from around the world. In modern times, it is said that thousands of devotees flock the temple on a daily basis and it is considered to be one of the most important religious structures in Jaipur. The temple is nestled by the beautiful palace, called the Moti Dungri palace, which is an imitation of a popular Scottish castle. History Of ...

Unbeatable Jaigarh Fort in Jaipur, Rajasthan

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The Jaigarh fort in Rajasthan is most amazing forts of the 3 hilltop fortresses that dominates the pink city of Jaipur. Jaigarh fort is also called as the “Victory Fort of Rajasthan”. This fort proudly stands at the heart of thorn-scrub Mountains of Rajasthan that convey a sterner appearance to the other arresting Forts. Jaigarh fort is placed at a distance of about 15kms from Jaipur . As you reach the fort from the vertical road that leads to the central gateway, the “Dungar Darwaza”, you definitely will comment on the astonishing vision that the fort endows to the city underneath. The Jaigarh fort was established between 15th and 18th century to reinforce the protection of Amer. This fort has nice moats and all the other aspects that a tourist would look forward to of a qualified fortress. The Glorious History of Jaigarh Fort: The Jaigarh Fort is a magnificent construction that was construction in the first half of 18th century. Amer is the...

India's Most Haunted Palace "Bhangarh"

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The Bhangarh Castle It is a place between Jaipur and Alwar in Rajasthan state of India. It is a deserted town with some 10000 dwellings established in 1613 by Madho Singh , younger brother of great Mughal general, Man Singh (I). Bhangarh is known for its ruins, Myths and the sign board By the The Archeological survey of India (ASI) which says that “Entering the borders of Bhangarh before sunrise and after sunset is strictly prohibited.” but still worth a visit; the place is beautiful and tranquil. What remains though, is a shadow of a once beautiful kingdom. On visit to Bhangarh one can esily make out the destored market with shops on both side of road and will make you admir the construction and the architech of the 16’s centurey .Bhangarh also include gardens, havelis,banyan trees and temples of Lord Someshwar, gopinath, mangla devi and Keshava rai. But the enigmatic attraction is a secluded dome-shaped pavilion (chhatri) on the top ...

Area Of Jaipur

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Area of Jaipur : District: 11, 117 sq km City: 467 sq km Population : 30,73,350 Global Standard Time : 11.20 AM Saturday Height from Sea Level : 431 meters Geographical Conditions : Jaipur city is headquarter of Jaipur district in Rajasthan. Jaipur district is located towards North-eastern area of Aravalli Hills in Rajasthan. The grid location of Jaipur is 26’92 North and 75’82 East. Climate: Semi-arid climate. Average Rainfall recorded annually is 650mm. In the year 1982 and 2012, there was an extremely worst flood   conditions.  Normally every year the climate conditions don’t go bad. From April to July the summer season is followed temperature more than 30 °.From July onwards the temperature reaches 47 ° and winter season starts between November to February. The average temperature in winter season ranges from 15 ° to 18 °. Sometimes it rains in the winter season which decreases the temperature up to...

Jal Mahal Jaipur

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  Jal Mahal which literally means the “Water Palace” is a palace located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city, the capital of the state of Rajasthan. The palace and the lake around it were modernized and enlarged in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber. Jal Mahal, that means water palace in English, is a beautiful place that is located in the center of the lake Man Sagar, in Jaipur. Jal Mahal is considered as one of the most beautiful architectural palace that was built with the Mughal and Rajput craftsmanship. The palace provides a charming view of the Man Sagar Lake and the Nahargarh hills that border it. The Jal Mahal palace is considered an architectural beauty built in the Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture. The complete palace is made of red stone and is 5 story high. The 4 floors of the palace stay under the water and it is only the 5th floor that is visible. There are 4 chattris on all the four corners of the palace. These ...

Govind Dev ji

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Govind Dev ji      As the name suggests, this temple is of Lord Govind Dev ji - The original idol of Lord Goivnd Dev ji was found by the follower of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu named Roop Goswami about 450 years ago. It is said that Maharaja Sawai Jai singh installed the idol after it was brought from Vrindavan when Mughal ruler Aurangzeb tried to destroy it. After that Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh built his new palace ‘Chandra Mahal’ in front of it so that the first thing in the morning he could do is to take blessings of the lord. Govind Dev ji temple gets open seven times a day for people to offer worship as well as for ‘aartis’ and ‘bhogs’. Every time the doors get open, you can see idols of lord in different clothes, long garlands and beautiful jewellery. You can hear soothing songs offered to lord called “bhajans”, the atmosphere of this place is so peaceful and relaxing that you forget all you worries for that moment of time. Govind dev ji temple...

Gangaur Festival in Jaipur

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Gangaur is a festival celebrated in the Indian state of Rajasthan and some parts of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. Gangaur is the colourful and the one of the most important festivals of people of Rajasthan and is observed throughout the state with great fervour and devotion by womenfolk who worship Gauri, the consort of Lord Shiva during March–April. It is the celebration of spring, harvest and marital fidelity. Gana is a synonym for Lord Shiva and Gaur which stands for Gauri or Parvati who symbolizes Saubhagya (marital bliss). The unmarried women worship her for being blessed good husband, while married women do so for the welfare, health and long life of their husbands and happy married life. Gangaur at Jaipur   The Gangaur of Jaipur is famous in all over the world. In Jaipur, a sweet dish called a ghewar is characteristic of the Gangaur festival. People buy ghewar to eat and distribute it among their friends and relatives. A procession, w...

Nahargarh Fort : A history and Legacy

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Rajasthan , the courageous and vivid state of Indian is celebrated for its imperial legacy and tradition. Created by the unification of several significant states that was under the control of spirited Rajputs, the multi-hued state of Rajasthan has countless citadels, forts and fortresses. In addition, a number of these forts and palaces in Rajasthan are related to significant past occurrences. In the same way, the famous Nahargarh Fort in Jaipur, in company with the other 2 forts (Amer Fort & Jaigarh Fort) created a tough protection for the city of Jaipur city a long time ago. Established by the great Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1734, Nahargarh Fort was formerly known as “Sudarshangarh Fort”. Soon after, the fort was offered the name, Nahargarh meaning “Dwelling of Tigers”. Since Nahargarh Fort is placed on one of prehistoric hill ranges of the world named the Aravalli mountain ranges, this famous fort offers a magnificent vision of the pic...

The Stunning Birla temple in Jaipur!!

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Albeit the pink city of Jaipur is renowned for massive forts, it is eminent for the temples by the same token. One of the most excellent temples among all others is the Birla Temple. Birla temple is popularly known as the Laxmi Narayan Temple . This temple is one among the numerous temples that were constructed by the illustrious the Birla family. The Birla Temple is positioned beneath the famous Moti Dungri Fort in the pink city of Jaipur. Birla temple, a famous architectural milestone of Jaipur is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and deity Lakshmi. Beautifully constructed in untainted white marble, the Birla Temple is distinct among the long-established primeval Hindu temples that are constructed using contemporary techniques. Marvelously carved idols of God Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi along with other Hindu deities are placed in the inner section of this brilliant shrine. Imprints of Hindu symbols as well as prehistoric citations from sacred book Bhagva...

Albert Hall Museum

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Albert Hall Museum Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum in the Jaipur city of Rajasthan. It was designed by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob in 1876 to greet King Edward VII as Prince of Wales was on his visit to India. It was made open to public after 10 years. The museum is situated at the center of Ram Nivas  Baug.  It displays rare articles including textiles, carpets, paintings, metal and wood crafts, pottery, arms and weapons, flora and fauna of the state, toys, dolls and even an Egyptian mummy that belongs to the Ptolemaic Epoch, ivory, stone, metal sculptures, colourful crystal works etc. In this museum, one gallery is dedicated to Mehndi, body art and great Rajasthani motifs and designs. Albert Hall Museum Albert Hall Museum Every pillar of the Albert Hall Museum has a different design. Puppets and Phad paintings are also displayed in a separate gallery. It is a must-visit place for tourists as you can have a look at ...

Amber Fort – The Most Precious Gem of Jaipur

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The Most Precious Gem of Jaipur : Amer Fort   When we talk about the Jaipur then it is not possible that we could ignore the Amer fort. It is most beautiful fort and the pride of Jaipur. Amer fort is also spelled, known and pronounced as Amber Fort. It is located in Amer, 11 k.m from Jaipur. It is one of the major tourist attractions, located high on hill. The fort is remarkable for its majestic grandeur, surroundings, battles and beautiful palaces and halls. Fort is known for its Indian Artistic Style, blending Hindu and Rajputs elements. Amer Fort has the marvelous decoration influenced by both, the Hindu and Muslim manner of ornamentation. Tourists simply astonish by intricate carving on the walls and ceilings. Exquisite paintings of hunting scenes on the walls depict the temperament of the Rajputs, who were extremely revolutionary, adventurous, and self-indulgent. Its Indian architecture includes large ramparts, series of gates; the fort overlooks the ‘Ma...

HAWA MAHAL-Palace of Winds

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Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, the king of Jaipur was a prominent person from a royal family who was known for his excellence and knowledge in the whole globe. His establishments in the city Jaipur are the amazing piece of art elaborating the ravishing and breathe taking exemplar of knowledge and brain. Along with excellence, the king of Jaipur was very peculiar about the culture of the city which is filled with rich heritage of the state. Till today, the Rajasthani people and culture shares a unique residence which exceptionally defines the richness of their values and customs. One of his achievements in the same is defined by “HawaMahal ”. The establishment of this famous monument redefines the creativity and excellence of mind used in daily pleasure activities. One such renowned monument in Jaipur famous for its excellent architecture and concept is HAWA MAHAL. Hawa mahal is also known as “palace of winds”. Jaipur Hawa Mahal is one of the best Jaipur...

Jantar Mantar

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¤ Jantar Mantar- Colossal Observatory Jantar Mantar, built between 1728 and 1734, literally means the ‘instruments for measuring the harmony of the heavens’. Jai Singh, the brain behind the grand project, chose stone with marble facing. This was the biggest of all his observatories and the only one built of stone. He used it daily, often with his astronomy gurus Pandit Jagannath and Kewal Ram. In all there are 17 instruments in the Jantar Mantar complex. The function of each instrument is rather complex but serves a particular function where time plays the main theme. ¤ Instruments Used in Jantar Mantar The instruments and their functions are given below in the order of their anti-clockwise position in the complex. The large Kranti Yantra was employed for the measurement of the longitude and latitude of the celestial bodies. The Diganta Yantra was d...

City Palace - Jaipur

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City Palace Jaipur   Place : Jaipur, Rajasthan Highlight : Chandra Mahal Best time to visit : October to February Timings : Open 0930 - 1630 hrs. Located in the capital of Rajasthan, the City Palace of Jaipur or the main palace is an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthan and Mughal architecture. The vast palace complex occupies one seventh of the walled city of Jaipur. Originally built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of the Kachhwaha clan of Rajputs, additions have been made to the palace complex by many of his successors. The complex 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. In the first courtyard is the 'Mubarak Mahal', built by Maharaja Madho Singh II in the late 19th century. The Mubarak Mahal, or the Auspicious Palace, contains the textile section of the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh...