PUBLISHED ON : 02-Jul-2021
A Royal Glimpse
You have never really travelled if you have still not visited the Pink City. Jaipur is affectionately named ‘The Pink Coty’ for the blushing color of its historic monuments. Jaipur has been home to maharajas and the princes for centuries now. It is undoubtedly a princely wonderland of heritage and culture, filled with architectural gems. It is also a distinguished stop in India’s most popular Golden Triangle, a famous tourist circuit. Prepare yourself to be captivated by the immense glory and beauty of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. In this article, you will come across some of the most exquisite centres of attraction that have been showcasing the lavish lifestyle of the royal family of Jaipur for years.
If you had any preconceived assumptions about how the buildings in Jaipur look, you may probably have gotten them from Hawa Mahal (Palace of Breeze). It has all the unique and extraordinary architectural characteristics that you may have seen in postcards of the city, from the salmon-pink, honeycombed facade to the geometric highlights and rows of little windows. The great news is that Hotel Narain Niwas offers a great, informational tour of this magnificent beauty that has been standing tall in the heart of Jaipur since 1799.
When it comes to exploring the city, the views cannot get better than what you will see at Nahargarh Fort. Also called the ‘Tiger Fort’, this 300-year-old fort oversees the whole city from the top of the Aravalli Hills, an elite location for the structure to protect Jaipur against its enemies centuries ago.
Once you see the Jal Mahal, you may think that you are living in a fantasy land. This magnificent palace looks like it is floating atop the sparkling Man Sagar Lake. Situated in the centre of the city, the Water Palace is said to have four other levels submerged underneath a reservoir. Although tourists do not have access to enter the site, nonetheless, that is hoped to change in the future. The rumours are that entrepreneurs are planning to convert the decaying space into a luxury hotel.
The oldest museum in the princely state, the Albert Hall Museum flaunts a huge collection of art and historically significant artefacts. You must visit the museum at night and witness the magic of multicoloured lights brightening the exterior of this gorgeous building.
One of India’s most-visited forts, the Amber Fort was built in the year 1592. The marble and sandstone monolith is situated on top of a small hill. It is approximately a 20-minute ride from the centre of Jaipur. Amber Fort is famous across the globe for being a prime example of Rajasthani architecture.
While you are in the royal city, how awesome would it be to live like royalty for a few days! Castle Kanota and Hotel Narain Niwas are the perfect places for your royal stay. At Castle Kanota, you will see a built-in library and a museum that showcases an exclusive collection of rare books and goldwork. It is a traditional hotel with rooms that have been exquisitely renovated and tastefully decorated. It is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent heritage properties in Jaipur, thus setting an excellent example of history brought together with modern times. The royal castle is only 15 kilometres east of Jaipur on the Jaipur-Agra highway. Similarly, we have Hotel Narain Niwas which is again one of the finest heritage properties in the princely state of Rajasthan. It was designed in the Anglo-Indian style famous in the Victorian era. This luxury hotel is situated in the middle of The Pink City, thus allowing you to not only visit the historical monuments but also witness the nightlife of the city. What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and visit the most royal and cultural city of India along with the royal stay at Hotel Narain Niwas. If you wish to stay at a secluded place wherein you can enjoy nature and grandeur, Castle Kanota is the ideal hotel for you.