City Palace

Welcome to the City Palace of Jaipur, a magnificent complex that has served as the administrative seat and royal residence of the Maharajas of Jaipur since 1727. When Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II decided to shift his capital from…

Jalebi Chowk is the first major courtyard you encounter and serves as the primary entrance to the City Palace complex. In the past, this massive open space was the site of grand military parades, royal celebrations, and the…

Mubarak Mahal, or the 'Palace of Welcome,' is a stunning two-story building that stands as a centerpiece in the first inner courtyard. Built in the late 19th century by Maharaja Madho Singh II, it was originally designed as a…

The Diwan-i-Khas, or the Hall of Private Audience, is an open-air pavilion where the Maharaja met with his ministers and high-ranking officials. The building is a marvel of marble and stone, featuring a series of elegant arches…

As we move into the more private areas of the palace, we enter the Pritam Niwas Chowk, or the 'Courtyard of the Beloved.' This is perhaps the most visually stunning space in the entire City Palace. It is a small, inner courtyard…

The Chandra Mahal, or the 'Moon Palace,' is the most imposing structure in the complex, a seven-story tower that serves as the official residence of the royal family. While most of the palace is open to the public as a museum,…

The Armory Museum, located in a section of the palace complex, offers a fascinating and sometimes chilling look at the military history of the Rajput kings. The Rajputs were renowned for their bravery and their specialized…

As we conclude our tour of the City Palace, take a final look around the grand courtyards and the imposing towers. You have walked through a space that is both a monument to the past and a home for the present. …