Jaipur also popularly known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan state, India. Jaipur is the former capital of the princely state of Jaipur. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber, the city today has a population of more than 5 million residents. Jaipur is considered by many urbanists to be one of the best planned cities. In an era when most of the rajputs were busy fighting with each other, Jaipur's kings diplomatically broadened their control sphere maintaining good relations with the Mughals. The city was planned according to Indian Vastu Shastra (Vedic or Pouranic Planning for the comfort and prosperity of the citizens). The city was divided into nine blocks, of which two consist the state buildings and palaces, with the remaining seven allotted to the public. Huge fortification walls were made along with seven strong gates.

Widely known as the ‘Pink City ‘, Jaipur is color washed pink to welcome Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria of England who visited India in 1883 A.D. Located in the rough Aravillis, Jaipur is a jewel in the desert of Rajasthan, known for its architecture and urban planning for the hospitality of its inhabitants. Although Jaipur is one of the most turbulent cities and polluted state, you will not fail to fall under the irresistible charm of its fabulous and its bazaars. The main bazaars of the old city are the Johari Bazaar, the Tripolia Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar and the Chandpol the Bazaar. You will be able to find objects in marble and many jewels.

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