Top Things about Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Hawa Mahal is one of the most alluring sites in the heart of the Jaipur City. With impressive exterior, impeccable architecture, and interesting history, Hawa Mahal is one of the most striking landmarks of Rajasthan, the state of several wonders. This alluring site is popular for its pink coloured balconies and latticed windows which provide a panoramic view of the whole city. Hire a Jaipur Tour Package to enjoy this city.

Hawa Mahal is a must visit for any tourist on a Jaipur Tour. This piece of architecture reflects a fusion of Hindu Rajput and Islamic Mughal architecture. The Hawa Mahal was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. It was built as a part of the famous City Palace of Jaipur. It is made with the help of distinctive red-coloured sandstone which makes it royal and regal.

The Hawa Mahal is also popularly known as “Palace of Winds” because of the breeze which flows through its 365 colourful windows and 965 “jharokhas”. The flowing through the windows keeps the palace airy, and cool. The designing of the palace is done by Lal Chand Ustad, a great devotee of Lord Krishna. Hence, the Hawa Mahal resembles the crows of Lord Krishna. The monument also resembles a honeycomb of a beehive and is an enticing latticework which looks magnificent.

The major purpose of the Hawa Mahal was to facilitate the royal women of the kingdom to enjoy watching processions and also see the crowd that takes place in the street without getting noticed by the people because of the purdah rule of the Rajputs.

Things to do in Hawa Mahal on a Jaipur Trip

• Indulge in photography with the historic and aesthetic backgrounds at this historic monument.Travellers get beautiful views of the whole city from the Mahal.The Mahal itself is something which one would love to keep as a memory. Hence there are lots of backdrops where you can click pictures with your family.The whole view of the Hawa Mahal could be achieved from the two cafes located right across the street.
• Gaze at the beautiful architecture Hawa Mahal. It has an impeccable architecture which will leave you in awe. It would be a favourite spot for historians and for history buffs to go around the palace and explore facts about the ancient era.
• Enjoy a sunset at the Mahal.One can either enjoy a sunset inside the Mahal or in the cafes present in front of the Hawa Mahal where they can see the sun drop below the horizon behind the Mahal.
• One can also visit the Hawa Mahal during the night. It looks equally beautiful at night and especially on a full moon night. It looks surreal on such a day.
• The city palace is located just behind the Hawa Mahal and is a must visit. It is a perfect place to experience the royalty of Rajasthan.

Hawa Mahal cannot be missed on your Jaipur tour package. Jaipur Tourism is quieter incomplete without this visit. Hire Go Rajasthan Travel as your travel experts for a hassle-free visit.