Woman solo traveller - Top 10 Places to Visit in Jaipur

Intriguing stories of Rajput queens and kings, of how they lived, how they loved and how they fought have always fascinated all you women traveller's from around the world. Can you enter this realm of colorful culture, rich artifacts, vintage jewellery, and colorful Rajasthani outfits and not feel like princesses? So, ladies, to interest you, Jaipur, the Pink City radiates rich culture and traditions from the past. The entire magnificence and aura of Jaipur is colored with the remains of the old kingdoms, forts and fences, rituals and manuscripts, art and sculptures, courts and assemblies and a lot more.

Visit this beautiful city and get lost in the rich history and heritage. To get you started, here's a round-up of 10 must-visit places in Jaipur for all you women traveller's and history enthusiasts.

1. Amber Fort

Founded in 1592, Amber Fort was the headquarter for Kachwaha dynasty until they shifted their capital to Jaipur in the 18^th century. Amber or Amer Fort is a home to the Rajput culture, most of which can be seen engraved on its walls. You will be relished by living a few moments of your life straight down in the 16^th century. The place also offers you an elephant ride to the fort if you wish to live some days from the Kachwaha times. Book a tour guide and get to know the very roots of the Rajput era.

Timings: 8:00 A.M. to 6 P.M 

2. Hawa Mahal

Standing tall amidst the hustle of the city, Hawa Mahal is a gem of Jaipur. The beautiful fortress quite literally is a Palace on The Wind. Built by the Kachwaha dynasty when they shifted their capital to Jaipur, this Palace reflects the aura of the 18^th-century Rajput cultures through architecture, sculptures, paintings, the design of various halls, etc. The Palace demonstrates the model of a honeycomb on the faade and is characterized by its magnificent count of 953 windows. Primarily, it was constructed to resemble Lord Krishna's crown. The Palace offers the purest form of Rajput architecture and design and could take you down a nostalgic journey.

Timings: Open every day from 9:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

3. Jal Mahal

Jal Mahal is highlighted by its sandstone structure that appears to remain afloat right in the middle of the Sagar Lake. This beautiful pale yellow architectural miracle was never intended to be a fort. Way back in 1750, King Madho Singh built this palace as a lodge for his duck hunting vacations. In the past ten years, the Rajasthani Government has put up a lot of effort in cleaning up the lake and fortifying Jal Mahal as a sweet-spot of tourism in Jaipur. Visit this serene beauty that lies right outside the bustling Jaipur; right in the middle of the serene Sagar Lake.

Timings: Entry is not allowed inside the fort. However, you can enjoy the view from afar. Best time to visit would be during early morning or late evening.

4. City Palace

Lose yourself amidst the historical miracle of City Palace that stretches over to cover around one-seventh of the entire Old Jaipur. City Palace is formulated with an array of gardens, museums, courtyards, buildings, temples and so much more. It was built in the 1700s and aptly reflects the merging of Mughal and Rajput artworks through its sculptures and architectural designs. What's more? This place offers you traditional souvenirs that you can take with yourself. Experience the mlange of Mughal art with the Rajput culture at this beautiful gem of Jaipur.

Timings: Remains open from 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

5. Jaigarh Fort

Jaigarh Fort was primarily used as artillery production and storage unit during Rajput times. Also dubbed as the Palace of Victory, this fortress was among the primary reasons behind the strength of the Rajput kingdom. Jaigarh Fort also offers a beautiful array of artwork sculpted onto the walls of the fort. You can witness the cannons and other artilleries used during the 15^th-18^th century. The museum offers many more insights into the Rajput past as well.

Timings: Open from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

6. Nahargarh Fort

Dubbed as the Abode of Tigers, Nahargarh Fort has a unique history. During the construction of this fort, the workers observed that all their work completed in the previous day was destroyed by the next day. After witnessing this mishap, the then king Maharaja Jai Singh built a shrine in the Fort claiming the Fort to be haunted. The shrine was established to provide peace to the wandering souls that resided there. This fort also offers various other museums, sculptures, glass palaces and wax museums to keep you engaged. Nahargarh Fort is easily a weekend getaway for any history enthusiast. After an inspiring tour of the fort, unwind and refill yourself at the rooftop eatery called Padao.

Timings: Remains open from 10 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

7. Albert Hall Museum

Albert Hall Museum was built in the 19^th century under the governance of the British and the inspection of Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II. The Palace was constructed primarily to inspire the local craftsmen to indulge into higher forms of artworks that are colored by the essence of the revival of the traditional artworks. The museum reflects an Indo-Saracenic style of sculpting and offers beautiful artworks that are inscribed onto its stone walls. You could get a lot of insight about how British era slowly changed the artforms in the Rajput cultures by a visit to this beautifully sculpted museum.

Timings: 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. and 6:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.

8. Jantar Mantar

Unlike most other historical hotspots in Jaipur, Jantar Mantar offers a heritage of its own. Built using mathematical and astrological know-how, the engineering of Jantar Mantar is a fascinating piece of work even for the modern times. The architecture and location of Jantar Mantar offer you a sight of the heavenly bodies through naked eyes. Even today the architectural genius allows you to see these celestial bodies as accurately as you could if you lived in the 18^th century. Jantar Mantar also offers its visitors a look at the world's most massive sundial. Refresh your knowledge of the 18^th century and discover the mathematical miracles of these so-called olden times in Jantar Mantar.

Timings: Remains open from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

9. Govind Ji Temple

One of the most exquisite forms of Rajput artworks is reflected at the Govind Ji Temple. One of the primary attractions that pull tourists to this place is the idol of Lord Krishna housed inside. It is believed that this idol resembles the look of Lord Krishna during his incarnation on Earth. The temple is packed with greater energy on Janmashtami, during which a beautiful procession takes place outside the temple.

Timings: 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

10. Galtaji Temple

Galtaji Temple is a magnificent masterpiece crafted by the Rajputs on the very outlines of Aravalli Hills using pink sandstone. This temple is a site of natural freshwater through a naturally found spring within the premises of this real beauty. It offers holy shrines or kund that attract numerous tourists from all over the world. Galtaji Temple used to be a primary Hindu pilgrimage site since it provides the spiritual radiance of Lord Rama, Lord Krishna, and Lord Hanuman within the same temple.

Timings: 5:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.

These were a few wonderful historical miracles that were built during the Rajput era. These places radiate the very core of the Rajput heritage and could give you a very deep insight into their cultures, rituals, art, and knowledge. Visit these places to make your history-biased tour through Jaipur a memorable journey you will always cherish.

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