Chandra Mahal Jaipur






















Chandra Mahal Jaipur

Chandra Mahal is located on the western side of the City Palce complex of Jaipur. Also known as Chandra Niwas, it is presently the residence of Maharaja of Jaipur. Constructed by Jai Singh II, the King of Jaipur, Chandra Mahal covers almost one-seventh part of the City Palace.Regarded as the most important and powerful commanding building of the City Palace complex, it has a seven storeyed citadel which provides a unmatched scenic view of the Jaipur city. Each and every floor in the Chandra Mahal has its own charm and importance. 

History & Architecture of Chandra Mahal in Jaipur

First two floors of which are part of the Sukh Niwas Hall, form the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum. Third floor is Sukh Niwas is the drawing and dinning area of the Royal family. Fourth floor is Shobha Niwas which is also called as ‘Hall of Beauty’ and has unmatched decor with many unique paintings, mirror work on walls and floral decorations. Fifth floor is Chavi Niwas or the House of Mirrors which has architectural worl of mirrors in its walls. Last and sixth floor is the Mukut Mahal or the Crown Palace where one can see the wonderful view of the hills surrounding Jaipur.One can see the flag of the Royal family at top of the Chandra Mahal. This quater size flag is unfurled when Maharaja is in the Palace and when away then Queen’s flag is hoisted. 

How To Reach Chandra Mahal, Jaipur 

By Road: Chandra Mahal is located in the heart of Jaipur city, in the City Palce Complex. Nearest bus stand is Choti Chopad and one can easily reach here with local taxi or cab.
By Rail: Chandra Mahal, Jaipur is well connected through Jaipur Railway station to major cities railway stations like Delhi, Agra, Mumbai ,Chennai, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ahmedabad.
By Air: Chandra Mahal can be reach through Jaipur Airport, also called Sanganer Airport which is well connected with regular domestic flights to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur and Udaipur.

 

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