Jaipur, A city of color

Amber Fort Jaipur. Photo by: Kiri

Jaipur has a charm of its own. The moment I stepped into this city some odd 9 years ago I knew I would love it.

And I was not disappointed.

A gateway to the flamboyant state of Rajasthan, Jaipur is one of the leading tourist destination of India. And it is not so by any luck, chance or proximity to the national capital, (thought that helps).

It is a symbiotic mix of the old and the new. Even though it has stepped into the 21^st century and is now a part of the Prime Minister’s “Smart City” initiative, Jaipur doesn’t forget its roots. Through the new there is always something old peeking like a reminder of its colorful past. An epitome to the Indian heritage it is the pink jewel of Rajasthan.

Wide roads cluttered with autos, rikshaws, motorbikes and Jaguars it is the city of indulgence. And by god do the people know how to indulge. One loses the sense of time while walking in the walled city, you wouldn’t want to leave unless you have seen every jharokha on its façade. At the heart of the old is the City Palace. Still a house to the Royal family of Jaipur. A little further is the formidable Amber fort. And if you go a little higher you come across Nahargarh fort. If you have an option, end your day there. With a magnificent view of the city and the sunset with a cold one in your hand.

It is hard not to get overwhelmed by its grandeur and heritage.

There is something for everyone in this city. Be it architecture, culture, color or even coffee.

Jaipur has a charm of its own…