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Jal Mahal |
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8 Kms. from Jaipur is the lovely picture perfect Man Sarobar Lake, which houses the wonderful Water Palace
(built in 1735) Jai Mahal. |
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Maharani Ki Chattar and Gaitore |
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The Chattari is a complex dedicated to the memory of the queens of Jaipur. Also, en route is Gaitore, where
cenotaphs of the various rulers of Jaipur have been built. Intricately carved designs and elegant bas relief
depicting the tastes of the person whom the cenotaph commemorates impart an aura of grandeur to the place. |
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Jantar Mantar |
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Jantar Mantar is an ancient Observatory built between 1728 and 1734. Each instrument serves a particular
function and give accurate readings. |
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NATURE |
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Ram Niwas Bagh |
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Originally built as a famine relief project, the Bagh comprises a zoological garden, a museum and numerous
sports grounds. The landscaped zoo, apart from being the home of a large variety of flora and fauna is also the breeding ground of crocodiles and pythons. The Albert Hall museum inside the Bagh has avast collection of brassware sculptures, paintings, crafts etc reflecting the rich heritage of the city. The celebrated Persian carpet and Egyptian Mummy are the principal attractions. |
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Sisodia Rani ka Bagh |
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Located along the road of Agra 8 kms from Jaipur, this magnificent garden was built by Maharaja Sawai Singh
II for his Sisodiya queen. It also has a palace flanked by galleries on three sides. The beautiful multilevel
gardens are dotted by bubbling waterways, fountains, pools and enchanting pieces of sculpture.
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Ramgarh Lake |
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35 Kms. from Jaipur on NH 8, the sprawling artificial lake enveloped by emerald green hills is an excellent
picnic spot. Boating and fishing are allowed and tourist accommodation is available at the Jheel Tourist Village. |
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