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Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in the city areimportant attractions. Known as the Pink City because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city, Jaipur's bazaars sell embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic wares. Western Rajasthan itself forms a convenient circuit, in the heart of the Thar desert which has shaped its history, lifestyles and architecture. Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City with broad avenues and spacious gardens. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is steeped in history and culture. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthani jewellery, fabric and shoes, possess a timeless quality and are surely a treasure-trove for the shoppers. This fascinating city with its romantic charm takes you to an epoch of royalty and tradition.

Jaipur, the capital of vibrant Rajasthan, is a popular tourist destination. The city is home to numerous architectural marvels like the majestic City Palace, the splendid Jantar Mantar, the glorious Hawa Mahal and the Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort. Jaipur, which is located in eastern Rajasthan, is a land of colourful festivals like Teej and Gangaur. Ban Ganga and Sabi rivers flow through its historic terrain. The Ramgarh Dam, built upon the Ban Ganga, is a major source of drinking water. It also houses the Sambhar Lake, which is famed for its salt. English, Rajasthani and Hindi are the common dialects of Jaipur.Interesting legends surround the birth of Jaipur. It is said that Raja Sawai Jai Singh II conceptualised the creation of Jaipur led by reasons like the growing head count, the paucity of water resources and the gradual demise of the Mughal aura. The charismatic ruler's sound understanding of engineering science is reflected in every nook and corner of Jaipur.