Jaipur Splendor Book

A delicate blend of old and new, Jaipur is a vibrant city full of energy, color and grandeur. With a history of maharajas, emperors and queens, the state capital of Rajasthan has a prestigious heritage and esteem that endures to this day. The City Palace, a sprawling complex of buildings and courtyards, bears witness to the magnificence of Jaipur and still serves as the residence of the former royal family. The impressive and intricate Hawa Mahal, made up of pink and orange sandstone, helps give Jaipur its nickname, "the pink city".