– Jaipur earned its nickname "Pink City" when the entire city was painted pink in 1876 to welcome the Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII. –
– The pink color symbolizes hospitality and was chosen for its association with the colour of hospitality in Rajput culture. –
– Jaipur is renowned for its well-preserved heritage, including majestic forts, palaces, and havelis adorned with intricate designs and frescoes. –
– The city is home to the iconic Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds, a five-story palace with a façade adorned with 953 small windows (jharokhas). –
– Amer Fort, located on a hilltop overlooking Maota Lake, is another prominent attraction known for its blend of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles. –
– Jaipur is a shopper's paradise, famous for its vibrant bazaars offering textiles, jewelry, handicrafts, and traditional Rajasthani attire like bandhani and leheriya. –
– The City Palace complex, once the seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur, houses museums displaying royal artifacts, costumes, and ancient manuscripts. –
– Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a marvel of scientific ingenuity.
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