{"id":9652,"date":"2020-01-30T11:19:44","date_gmt":"2020-01-30T11:19:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gotravelblue.com\/?p=9652"},"modified":"2021-02-02T05:47:45","modified_gmt":"2021-02-02T05:47:45","slug":"10-essential-rajasthan-landmarks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/30\/10-essential-rajasthan-landmarks\/","title":{"rendered":"10 ESSENTIAL RAJASTHAN LANDMARKS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><strong>1. MEHRANGARH FORT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greavesindia.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/MehrangarhFort-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rajasthan Landmarks | Mehrangarh Fort\" class=\"wp-image-7744\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Arguably the most iconic landmark in Rajasthan, the Mehrangarh Fort is a sprawling monolith that stands 120 meters above the blue-painted buildings of\u00a0 Jodhpur. Venture within the huge complex, and you\u2019ll also discover a museum, courtyards, gardens, bazaars, and people from all walks of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>2. AMBER FORT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"780\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Amer-Fort.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Amer-Fort.jpg 780w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Amer-Fort-300x223.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Amer-Fort-768x571.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the outskirts of\u00a0Jaipur, the Amber Fort (also known as the Amer Fort) is a landmark of phenomenal beauty. Perched on a hilltop and constructed from distinctive red sandstone, it can be admired from miles around. And for visitors looking to get up close, its beautifully preserved interiors also beg to be explored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>3. JAISALMER FORT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greavesindia.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/JaisalmerFort.jpg\" alt=\"Rajasthan Landmarks | Jaisalmer Fort\" class=\"wp-image-7745\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another of Rajasthan\u2019s impressive forts, the Jaisalmer Fort (along with the Amber Fort, Chittorgarh Fort, and four others) is part of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built-in the 12<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0century, and still beautifully preserved, it overlooks the golden sands of the Thar Desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>4. JANTAR MANTAR<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"620\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Jantar-Mantar-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Jantar-Mantar-2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Jantar-Mantar-2-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 18<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;century, Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh must have nurtured a great curiosity about the night sky. After all, he oversaw the construction of the Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. A fascinating celestial landmark, it comprises 19 astronomical instruments \u2014 including the world\u2019s largest stone sundial \u2014 and remains a monument to the spirit of discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>5. HAWA MAHAL<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greavesindia.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/HawaMahal.jpg\" alt=\"Rajasthan Landmarks | Hawa Mahal\" class=\"wp-image-7746\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Its evocative fa\u00e7ade (terra cotta in hue, covered with ornamental carvings, and soaring five storeys into the air) has helped make the Hawa Mahal palace an icon of Rajasthan architecture. Built to house women from the royal household, its perforated front allowed them to observe the street below \u2014 without being admired themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>6. CHITTORGARH FORT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CHITTORGARH-FORT.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CHITTORGARH-FORT.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CHITTORGARH-FORT-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CHITTORGARH-FORT-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The UNESCO-certified Chittorgarh Fort is one of the largest forts in all of India. Occupying 700 acres, the hilltop landmark lies near Rajasthan\u2019s eastern border. The beautiful example of Rajput architecture is also famous for its many pools, ponds, and bodies of water, and is surrounded by verdant scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>7. LAKE PALACE<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greavesindia.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/LakePalace.jpg\" alt=\"Rajasthan Landmarks | Lake Palace\" class=\"wp-image-7747\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the crown jewels of Rajasthan, Udaipur\u2019s Lake Palace is a glowing vision in white marble, located on a private island in the middle of Lake Pichola. Built as a pleasure retreat for a local Maharana in the 18<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0century, it is now a luxurious Taj Hotel. For the ultimate Luxury Holidays In Udaipur book a stay for the chance to really soak up its charms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>8. RANAKPUR JAIN TEMPLE<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/RANAKPUR-JAIN-TEMPLE-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/RANAKPUR-JAIN-TEMPLE-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/RANAKPUR-JAIN-TEMPLE-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/RANAKPUR-JAIN-TEMPLE-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/RANAKPUR-JAIN-TEMPLE.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in between Udaipur and Jodhpur, the small village of Ranakpur draws flocks of visitors eager to discover its famous Jain temple. Built beginning in the 15<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;century \u2014 a divine vision supposedly inspired its creation \u2014 the temple has more than 1,400 carved marble pillars, of which no two are identical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>9. NAHARGARH FORT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greavesindia.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/NahargarhFort.jpg\" alt=\"Rajasthan Landmarks | Nahargarh Fort\" class=\"wp-image-7748\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Fringed by the Aravalli Hills and near to Ranthambhore National Park, Jaipur\u2019s Nahargarh Fort is yet another must-see in the landmark-filled Pink City. Built in the 18<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;century, it offers up glorious views overlooking the city as a reward to travellers who make the climb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>10. CITY PALACE, UDAIPUR<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CITY-PALACE-UDAIPUR-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CITY-PALACE-UDAIPUR-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CITY-PALACE-UDAIPUR-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CITY-PALACE-UDAIPUR-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/CITY-PALACE-UDAIPUR.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A truly stunning landmark, the waterfront City Palace in Udaipur\u00a0is the city\u2019s most-visited site, and one of the region\u2019s largest and most impressive palaces. Constructed over the course of several hundred years, its intriguing blend of styles makes it an architectural curiosity. Within the City Palace complex, you\u2019ll find 11 individual palaces: enough to fill days of exploring.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. MEHRANGARH FORT Arguably the most iconic landmark in Rajasthan, the Mehrangarh Fort is a sprawling monolith that stands 120 meters above the blue-painted buildings of\u00a0 Jodhpur. Venture within the huge complex, and you\u2019ll also discover a museum, courtyards, gardens, bazaars, and people from all walks of life. 2. AMBER FORT Located on the outskirts of\u00a0Jaipur, the Amber Fort (also known as the Amer Fort) is a landmark of phenomenal beauty. Perched on a hilltop and constructed from distinctive red sandstone, it can be admired from miles around. And for visitors looking to get up close, its beautifully preserved interiors also beg to be explored. 3. JAISALMER FORT Another of Rajasthan\u2019s impressive forts, the Jaisalmer Fort (along with the Amber Fort, Chittorgarh Fort, and four others) is part of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built-in the 12th\u00a0century, and still beautifully preserved, it overlooks the golden sands of the Thar Desert. 4. JANTAR MANTAR In the 18th&nbsp;century, Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh must have nurtured a great curiosity about the night sky. After all, he oversaw the construction of the Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. A fascinating celestial landmark, it comprises 19 astronomical instruments \u2014 including the world\u2019s largest stone sundial \u2014 and remains a monument to the spirit of discovery. 5. HAWA MAHAL Its evocative fa\u00e7ade (terra cotta in hue, covered with ornamental carvings, and soaring five storeys into the air) has helped make the Hawa Mahal palace an icon of Rajasthan architecture. Built to house women from the royal household, its perforated front allowed them to observe the street below \u2014 without being admired themselves. 6. CHITTORGARH FORT The UNESCO-certified Chittorgarh Fort is one of the largest forts in all of India. Occupying 700 acres, the hilltop landmark lies near Rajasthan\u2019s eastern border. The beautiful example of Rajput architecture is also famous for its many pools, ponds, and bodies of water, and is surrounded by verdant scenery. 7. LAKE PALACE One of the crown jewels of Rajasthan, Udaipur\u2019s Lake Palace is a glowing vision in white marble, located on a private island in the middle of Lake Pichola. Built as a pleasure retreat for a local Maharana in the 18th\u00a0century, it is now a luxurious Taj Hotel. For the ultimate Luxury Holidays In Udaipur book a stay for the chance to really soak up its charms. 8. RANAKPUR JAIN TEMPLE Located in between Udaipur and Jodhpur, the small village of Ranakpur draws flocks of visitors eager to discover its famous Jain temple. Built beginning in the 15th&nbsp;century \u2014 a divine vision supposedly inspired its creation \u2014 the temple has more than 1,400 carved marble pillars, of which no two are identical. 9. NAHARGARH FORT Fringed by the Aravalli Hills and near to Ranthambhore National Park, Jaipur\u2019s Nahargarh Fort is yet another must-see in the landmark-filled Pink City. Built in the 18th&nbsp;century, it offers up glorious views overlooking the city as a reward to travellers who make the climb. 10. CITY PALACE, UDAIPUR A truly stunning landmark, the waterfront City Palace in Udaipur\u00a0is the city\u2019s most-visited site, and one of the region\u2019s largest and most impressive palaces. Constructed over the course of several hundred years, its intriguing blend of styles makes it an architectural curiosity. 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JANTAR MANTAR In the 18th&nbsp;century, Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh must have nurtured a great curiosity about the night sky. After all, he oversaw the construction of the Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. A fascinating celestial landmark, it comprises 19 astronomical instruments \u2014 including the world\u2019s largest stone sundial \u2014 and remains a monument to the spirit of discovery. 5. HAWA MAHAL Its evocative fa\u00e7ade (terra cotta in hue, covered with ornamental carvings, and soaring five storeys into the air) has helped make the Hawa Mahal palace an icon of Rajasthan architecture. Built to house women from the royal household, its perforated front allowed them to observe the street below \u2014 without being admired themselves. 6. CHITTORGARH FORT The UNESCO-certified Chittorgarh Fort is one of the largest forts in all of India. Occupying 700 acres, the hilltop landmark lies near Rajasthan\u2019s eastern border. The beautiful example of Rajput architecture is also famous for its many pools, ponds, and bodies of water, and is surrounded by verdant scenery. 7. LAKE PALACE One of the crown jewels of Rajasthan, Udaipur\u2019s Lake Palace is a glowing vision in white marble, located on a private island in the middle of Lake Pichola. Built as a pleasure retreat for a local Maharana in the 18th\u00a0century, it is now a luxurious Taj Hotel. For the ultimate Luxury Holidays In Udaipur book a stay for the chance to really soak up its charms. 8. RANAKPUR JAIN TEMPLE Located in between Udaipur and Jodhpur, the small village of Ranakpur draws flocks of visitors eager to discover its famous Jain temple. Built beginning in the 15th&nbsp;century \u2014 a divine vision supposedly inspired its creation \u2014 the temple has more than 1,400 carved marble pillars, of which no two are identical. 9. NAHARGARH FORT Fringed by the Aravalli Hills and near to Ranthambhore National Park, Jaipur\u2019s Nahargarh Fort is yet another must-see in the landmark-filled Pink City. Built in the 18th&nbsp;century, it offers up glorious views overlooking the city as a reward to travellers who make the climb. 10. CITY PALACE, UDAIPUR A truly stunning landmark, the waterfront City Palace in Udaipur\u00a0is the city\u2019s most-visited site, and one of the region\u2019s largest and most impressive palaces. Constructed over the course of several hundred years, its intriguing blend of styles makes it an architectural curiosity. 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