Travelers ready to know more about the India's culture and history should head to the "Pink City" of Jaipur. Its deeply-rooted Rajasthan architecture being the city's main motif for every attraction and sight that follows -- and there are five that they should not miss.
Speaking of amazing Rajasthan architecture, first-time Jaipur travelers should not miss Hawa Mahal. The "Palace of the Winds" was first built in 1799 and lives up to its name with 953 elegantly-designed windows to beat the heat of ancient times for Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. Today, it is an archaeological museum full of Jaipur's history and its connection with India's collective history.
If not history, then a nature trip might be more appealing for the travel connoiseur. Dera Amer in Amer Fort features amazing elephant safari rides below the Aravali Range mountains. The quiet atmosphere coupled with an elephant ride is further complemented by amazing forest views. According to According to Trans India Travels, once hungry, travelers only need to head to local concessionaires for traditional Indian dishes.
If not elephants, then likely a bicycle ride upwards at the grand Naharagarh Fort may appeal to more active travelers. It can be tiring but travelers can learn the rich history of the amazing architecture behind the forth that Prince Nahar Singh Bhomia once resided in -- and currently probably resides in because local folklore believes he still haunts the fort. Despite a sighting of Prince Nahar or not, the palace terrace view of Jaipur is breathtaking.
Jaipur is well-prepared for foodies by featuring Rajasthani culture in food. Chokhi Dhani is a village resort that features amazing traditional Indian dishes in open-air restaurants. Featuring a rural yet luxury setting, travelers can feel the true culture of India's traditional ways complete with folk dances and acrobatics from the resort staff.
Lastly, shopping tourists in Jaipur are not left out. Bazaars come and go but most stay for tourists and locals wanting to pick up jewelry. According to Travel Triangle, the Johari Bazaar features amazing gemstones while the Tripolia Bazaar offers amazing jewelry. Other bazaars feature pottery, locally-made jootis and lac jewelry.
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