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Main Tourist Places in Jaipur
HAWA MAHAL(built in 1799) -It was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. Hawa Mahal is the life of Pink city, Jaipur.TheIt is a 5 storied attractive octagonal monument. It has 152 windows in the balconies architecture. Initially, it was a center to watch the city by the shahi ladies. To see its timings are 10.00 to 16.30 hrs, Indian Entry Fee Rs. 5.00: Phone: 2618862
CITY PALACE - It is situated in the core of the Pink City and covers about 1/7 th of the old city area. It describes the art of Mughal architecture. There is a Seven storeyed Chandra Mahal in the middle. Diwan-E-Am and Diwan-E-Khas are the museums which have rich collection of costumes and textiles.One can also view the Clock Tower near Mubarak Mahal. It timings are 9.30 to 16.45 hrs. Entry Fees Indians Rs. 35.00

JALMAHAL - Jal mahal is situated 6 km on the way to Amer. Man Sagar Lake contains the Jalmahal in its centre.

NAHARGARH FORT (Built in 1734) - This fort is located 600 feets above the pink city. The fort is situated a side of Hawa Mandir. Its timings 10.00 to 16.00 hrs, and Indian Entry Fee Rs. 5.00 .

Some major festivals in Jaipur are Kite Festival, Elephant Festival, Teej Festival, and Gangaur Fair.

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