Interesting Places in Jaipur, India

Jaipur is also known as the Pink City as many of the buildings have pink walls.

The Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds, built in 1799, is an outstanding structure in the city.

The City Palace is another building with exquisite structures and details.

        The pink areas are open to the public while the white areas are private royal apartments.

The silver pot which used to carry the water from the Ganges for the King's use when he went to London

                                                                   The Moon Palace

                                                          Note the beautiful details

                                                                   A very unique door

India certainly has a very rich cultural history magnificently depicted in its ancient buildings which are architectural gems.  It is so fortunate that many of them are still standing today that allow us to have a glimpse into their heydays.