Hawa Mahal
The honeycombed Hawa Mahal was constructed in 1799 by poet-king Sawai Pratap Singh, and, according to legend, was originally where the female members of the royal family could look down on the people in the streets below without being observed. Visitors can do some people watching of their own from this vantage point or can climb to the rooftop for an overhead view of the City Palace to one side and Siredeori Bazaar to the other.
A small museum within the palace offers more information on its architecture and royal history. The entrance to Hawa Mahal is in the back, and for the best photographs you’ll want to get there just before sunrise to capture the golden rays on the front facade.
Tours & Tickets
Private Tour: Jaipur Sightseeing Including Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort and Elephant Ride
Explore Jaipur’s top cultural and architectural attractions on this private sightseeing tour. Marvel at the impressive architectural styles of sprawling ... Read more
Location:
Jaipur, India
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
2-Day Private Tour of Jaipur from Delhi: City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort and Elephant Ride
Admire the beauty and extravagance of 18th-century architecture in India as you visit incredible palatial complexes, forts and temples on this 2-day private ... Read more
Location:
Delhi, India
Duration: 2 days, 1 night
Private Tour: 4-Day Golden Triangle Trip to Agra and Jaipur from Delhi
Immerse yourself in the history and culture of India on this 4-day private tour of India's Golden Triangle. From Delhi travel by private air-conditioned ... Read more
Location:
Delhi, India
Duration: 4 days, 3 nights
3-Day Private Tour of Jaipur from Delhi: City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort and Elephant Ride
Get an in-depth look at the rich architectural history and cultural heritage of Jaipur on this 3-day tour of the vibrant and dynamic capital of Rajasthan in ... Read more
Location:
Delhi, India
Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
