Jaipur historic city
Jaipur has been the capital of erstwhile Jaipur estate since its inception in 1727 AD.
It was founded by Sawai Jai Singh II, thereby the name. It is probably the first planned city of India.In 1876, Jaipur dressed itself pink to welcom Prince Albert and Queen Elizabeth II, and thus the name “Pink City” stuck to it. Now the capital of the desert state of Rajasthan, it has the rightful blend of rich heritage monuments, palaces and lakes and gardens with the modern buildings and shopping arcades.
It was founded by Sawai Jai Singh II, thereby the name. It is probably the first planned city of India.In 1876, Jaipur dressed itself pink to welcom Prince Albert and Queen Elizabeth II, and thus the name “Pink City” stuck to it. Now the capital of the desert state of Rajasthan, it has the rightful blend of rich heritage monuments, palaces and lakes and gardens with the modern buildings and shopping arcades.