Trip to Rajasthan

Located at an approximate distance of 20 km from Jaipur, Abhaneri Stepwell is one of the most intricate pieces of architecture in Rajasthan, India. Also, known as Chand Baori, the Stepwell is one of the largest stepwells in the entirety of Rajasthan. When it was built, the well not only helped the villagers and the tradesmen to draw water in the time of thirst but also conserved groundwater. Stepwell permanently dry. Significant  stepwells  include: Agrasen ki Baoli, New Delhi Rajon ki baoli, New Delhi Chand Baori in  Abhaneri  near Jaipur, Rajasthan Rani Abhaneri seen. A small village nearby houses many artisans. Truck in  Abhaneri  Chand Baori  stepwell  Carved stone sculptures of the Harshat Mata Temple Stepwells are very common structures that you will see in Rajasthan because of the State’s arid climate and scarcity of water. Dedicated to Harshat Mata, the deity of Happiness and Joy, the Chand Baori or the Abhaneri S...

The magnificent Birla Mandir in  Jaipur  is a Hindu temple that forms a part of one of the several Birla temples located all around the country. Also known as the Lakshmi Narayan Temple, the shrine is situated on the Moti Dungari Hill. The temple was built in the year 1988 by the Birlas when the Maharaja of Jaipur gave the land away for a token amount of one rupee. Built purely out of white marble, the edifice of the Birla Temple is an amalgamation of ancient Hindu architecture styles and modern design. The walls of the temple are embellished with intricate carvings of Gods and Goddesses and words of wisdom from the Puranas and Upanishads. The pictures of historical achievers, legends, philosophers and spiritual saints like Socrates, Christ, Buddha, Confucius are also displayed in the temple. Do visit the Birla Temple during Janmashtami, as the temple is abuzz with activity during this time.  Birla Mandir, Jaipur  (Lakshmi Narayan Temple) is a...

Sitting prettily right in the centre of the Man Sagar Lake on the outskirts of Jaipur, lies the splendid and tranquil Jal Mahal. A masterful creation, it is bordered by the Nahargarh Hills. This low rise symmetrical Palace was once a shooting lodge for the Maharajas and now fascinates many visitors from all over the world.  Jal Mahal was constructed in the 1750s and was com missioned by Maharaja Madho Singh. It is indeed one of the most photographed monuments in India. The most striking feature of this palace is that while only one storey that appears above the water level, there are in fact 4 storeys submerged underneath. Jal Mahal  (meaning "Water Palace") is a palace in the middle of the  Man Sagar Lake  in Jaipur city, the capital of the state of Rajasthan, India. The palace and the lake around it were renovated and enlarged in the 18th century by Maharaja  Jai Singh II  of Amber. It is one of the most beautiful architectural palaces built b...

Jaigarh Fort is a grand structure perched on the top of the 'Cheel ka Teela' hills in the  Pink City  of  Jaipur . This magnificent edifice was commissioned by Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1726 to protect  Amer Fort . Cradled on the top of the cliff, it is a palatial structure bounded by verdant greenery and massive battlements.  This magnificent fort is connected to Amer Fort through subterranean passages and is famously known as the 'Fort of Victory' as it was never conquered. The fort currently houses the world's largest cannon on wheels - 'Jaivana' and offers a magnificent view of the Jaipur city. Jaigarh Fort  is situated on the promontory called the Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles) of the  Aravalli  range; it overlooks the  Amer Fort  and the Maota Lake, near  Amer  in  Jaipur ,  Rajasthan , India.  The fort was built by  Jai Singh II  in 1726 to protect the Amer Fort and i...