Jaipur Introduction :
Today Jaipur is a thriving tourist destination, which attracts a number of tourists every year. Forts and palaces are what attract most tourists to Jaipur. There are a number of forts and palaces in and around Jaipur that tell the tales of Jaipur's rich and vibrant heritage. Some of the important landmarks in and around Jaipur include the Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar observatory, Jaigarh Fort, Gaitore, and Nahargarh Fort. Besides the architectural wonders that dot Jaipur, shopping in the colourful bazaars of Jaipur is another exciting idea of holidaying in Jaipur, Rajasthan.The city presents a unique synthesis of culture that has to be experienced in order to be appreciated. With its origin buried deep into the pages of history, the city still exudes a magical old world charm; an aroma of chivalry and romance is evident, despit having evolved into a city that is the hub of modern commercial activity in the region.A city like Jaipur, where modernity and tradition live hand-in-hand, is truly rare. Perhaps this is what makes it an attractive destination for tourists.

Jaipur General Info :
Area : 14,068 sq km
Population : 52,52,388(approx.)
Altitude : 431 m above sea level
Season : Best time to visit October to March
Language : English, Rajasthani, Hindi
Festival : Gangaur, Elephant Festival, Teej, Makar Sankranti, Dussehra, Diwali
STD code : 0141

Shopping in Jaipur :
The capital of Rajasthan-Jaipur-is one of the finest shopping destinations in Rajasthan.There are various markets in Jaipur that you can visit for shopping in Jaipur. Jaipur has a number of markets that buzz with local and tourists alike through out the day. The choice is immense and you can choose to visit any of the bazaars depending upon what you wish to shop. For jewellery and tie-dye sarees maze through the various shops at Jauhari Bazaar. Textiles, shoes made of camel skin and local perfumes should be bought from the Bapu and Nehru Bazaar. The famous Mirza Ismail Road or the M I Road as it is called, is dotted with various shops and a number of emporia. The emporia sell numerous items ranging from jewellery to textiles to exquisite handicrafts. For shoes you may visit Ramganj Bazaar while to shop for lac bangles visit Tripolia Bazaar. Carpets and durries are other popular items to shop for in Jaipur.

How to Reach There :
Air :Well connected by air to Ahmedabad, Aurangabad, Calcutta, Delhi, Jodhpur, Mumbai, Udaipur.
Rail : Well connected to Delhi, Ajmer, Ahmedabad, Abu Road, Jodhpur, Chittorgarh, Indore, Bikaner, Udaipur by its own railhead.
Road : There are also good bus services from Delhi and other important north Indian cities to Jaipur. Private vehicle can also be arranbed as per convenience.