City Palace, Jaipur

Overview

The City Palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, founder of Jaipur, and part of it is still the royal family's residence. Its courtyards and halls mix Rajput, Mughal and European styles.

The museum holds royal costumes, weapons and textiles, and four gateways in the inner courtyard are decorated with themes of the seasons.

What to look for

• The four gateways of Pritam Niwas Chowk
• The huge silver urns in the Diwan-i-Khas
• The textile and arms galleries

Visiting tips

• Allow about two hours.
• Go early and combine it with Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal nearby.
• Part of the palace remains a private residence and is closed to visitors.

Why visit with a private guide

A private guide shows you where to stand, when to arrive and what most visitors miss at City Palace, Jaipur, and fits the visit around the rest of your day.

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Nearby

Chand Baori Amber Fort Hawa Mahal Jal Mahal Jantar Mantar Nahargarh Fort Jaigarh Fort