Embark on an enchanting journey through "The Gems of Jaipur and Shekhawati." Day 1 commences with a 5-hour drive from Delhi to Jaipur, where you'll check into your hotel and explore the local markets, including Johari Bazaar and Tripolia Bazaar. Day 2 unfolds with a full-day city tour of Jaipur, featuring iconic landmarks like Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Galtaji Temple, Sisodia Rani Palace, The Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Birla Mandir Temple. Delight in the architectural brilliance and historical significance of these majestic sites. Day 3 takes you on a 3-hour drive to Mandawa, a town in the Shekhawati region renowned for its splendid havelis. Explore Mandawa Fort, Hanuman Prasad Goenka’s Haveli, and other exquisite mansions, steeped in mythology and adorned with captivating artistry. Your memorable journey concludes on Day 4 with a 5-hour drive back to Delhi. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history and culture woven into these gems of Rajasthan.
Pick up from your Delhi city hotel or from airport and drive to Jaipur check in at hotel.
Evening to explore the local market the best places for shopping in Jaipur, Market like Johari Bazaar, Tripolia Bazaar, Chandpole Bazaar, Kishanpole Bazaar, Nehru Bazaar, Sireh Deori Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar & Mirza Ismail Road.
Breakfast at hotel full day city tour of Jaipur. Visit-The Amer Fort - One of the most famous forts of Rajasthan. Amer, originally, was the capital of the state before Jaipur. It is an old fort, built in 1592 by Raja Man Singh. This fort is also very popularly known as the Amer Palace. The Amer Fort has influences of both Hindu and Muslim architecture. This fort also has the 'Shila Devi' Temple and the 'Ganesh Pol' which is a gate that leads to the private palaces of the kings. The Amer Fort has many pavilions and halls of great interest and other popular attractions. With its large ramparts, series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks the Maota Lake, at its forefront.
The Jaigarh Fort - A majestic stronghold built by Sawan Jai Singh. This almost-intact fort is surrounded by huge battlements and is connected to the Amer Fort (also called 'Amber' Fort), with subterranean passages. Originally built to protect the Amer Fort and the palace within the complex, the Jaigarh Fort is ar chitecturally similar to the Amer Fort, and offers a panoramic view of the city of Jaipur.
Jaipur, known for its sophisticated design and grand architecture, presents one more unique palace, the Jal Mahal, perched amidst the Mansagar lake. Once a home to one of the prime ministers of Jaipur estate, this palace was developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties. Surrounded by Nahargarh Hills.
A pre-historic Hindu pilgrimage site, one of the jewels of Jaipur, the temple complex encompasses natural fresh water springs and 7 holy 'kunds' or water tanks. Among these kunds, the 'Galta Kund', is the holiest one and is believed to never get dry.
Is adorned with beautiful wall paintings of Radha-Krishna love story. The paintings on the wall and the narrative details truly represent eternal love and befits the essence of this garden which itself is a symbol of love. This lush green royal garden is replete with flowerbeds, foliage, beautiful water fountains, pavilions, galleries, iridescent water channels and murals. It is said that in the olden days, the garden served as an ideal getaway for the Queen.
An astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century. It includes a set of some 20 main fixed instruments. They are monumental examples in masonry of known instruments but which in many cases have specific characteristics of their own. Designed for the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.
Located in the heart of the Pink City where the Maharaja reigned from. This palace also includes the famous 'Chandra Mahal' and 'Mubarak Mahal', and other buildings which form a part of the palace complex. Chandra Mahal was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the magnificent palace is a seven storied citadel that is home to verdant gardens, marvelous paintings and ornately decorated ceilings. Luxury, beauty and architectural brilliance, Chnadra Mahal is a must visit place for anyone in Jaipur.
Is one of the prominent tourist attractions in Jaipur city. Located in the heart of Jaipur, this beautiful five-storey palace was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh who belonged to Kachhwaha Rajput dynasty. The main architect of this palace built of red and pink sandstone.
Originally known as Lakshmi Narayan Temple, is situated below the Moti Dungri Fort in Jaipur. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, this temple is a proud architectural landmark of Jaipur. Built in pure white marble, the Birla Temple is unlike the traditional ancient Hindu temples. As per your interest evening free to explore the local market again with your driver.
Breakfast at hotel drive to Mandawa check in at hotel.
Mandawa once functioned as a trading outpost for ancient caravan routes in Shekhawati for goods from China and the Middle East. Thakur Nawal Singh, then ruler of Nawalgarh and Mandawa built a fort in to protect this outpost. Over time, a township grew around the fort and soon attracted a large community of traders, who then settled down at Mandawa. Mandawa is also famous for its beautiful havelis. The realm of lovely havelis, harking back to the yester years, epitomizes the beauty of Mandawa. The land is laced with innumerable grand mansions that are guaranteed to capture one's imagination. It is a haven for a true connoisseur of art and architecture. Exquisitely embellished havelis mushroomed during the eighteenth century and former half of the twentieth. Mythology and fauna lies at the very core of this wonderful art. Tales narrating the valour of Lord Rama and the miracles of Lord Krishna unfold on a journey of these marvelous mansions.
Visit Mandawa Fort, Hanuman Prasad Goenka’s Haveli, Jhunjhunwala’s Haveli, Saraf Haveli, Murmuria’s Haveli, Raghunath Ji Temple, Ladia Haveli, Chokhani and Newatia Havelis and Lord Krishna Temple.
Breakfast at hotel drive to Delhi drop off to your hotel or at Delhi airport.
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