It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Jaipur, India, with us.
Across various markets and bazaars, you’ll see ornate and beautiful bangles in many different colors for sale. A symbol of importance in Indian culture, bangles are worn by women both young and married. In some regions of India, wearing bangles keeps away bad omens. © Donyanedomam | Dreamstime.com
Lasting 16 days, Gangaur is a Hindu festival celebrating the Goddess Gauri, wife of Lord Shiva. Women decorate their hands and feet with intricate designs, while all attendees revel in delicious food, especially ghevar, a sweet dish typically eaten during the festival. The Gangaur of Jaipur is the largest and most famous of these festivals in the world. © Pixattitude | Dreamstime.com
On the edge of City Palace is Hawa Mahal, a grand palace of pink and red sandstone built in 1799. The palace features 953 windows (said to allow women to view festivals and everyday life below), different colored marble, and a fusion of Rajput and Islamic Mughal architecture. © Minyun Zhou | Dreamstime.com
Considered one of the top attractions in the city, Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, sits atop a hill surrounded by large ramparts and gates. Constructed in the late 16th century, the fort saw rulers reside within its walls for centuries. The fort also includes a temple dedicated to Shila Devi. © Sergeychernov | Dreamstime.com
Indian street food has garnered a worldwide following thanks to its flavorful dishes at astonishingly cheap prices. Popular dishes in North India and Jaipur include gobi paratha; aloo tikki; and matar pulao, a rice dish consisting of basmati rice, peas, ghee, chili peppers and spices. © Grthirteen | Dreamstime.com
Meaning “water palace,” Jal Mahal sits in the middle of Man Sagar Lake and, when the water is still, is a stunning visual against the reflection of the water. The 17th-century palace was expanded in the 18th century and, when the lake is full, immerses four of the floors underwater. © Sergeychernov | Dreamstime.com
Jaipur is a city of palaces, and Rajmahal Palace beckons visitors to explore its ornate exteriors and courtyards. Erected in 1729, this grand residence has hosted high-profile dignitaries over the years, including the Shah of Iran, Jackie Kennedy and Queen Elizabeth II. © Elenatur | Dreamstime.com
About 6 miles from the center of Jaipur is Khania-Balaji, an ancient Hindu pilgrimage center with temples and a natural spring. The spring flows into several sacred tanks, the holiest of which is said to never dry. Also at the site is Galwar Bagh, the monkey temple, where visitors can see monkeys up close. © Luca Roggero | Dreamstime.com
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