Hello Readers! My name is Shobhit Nagar & I welcome you all to this blog where today we will be covering some iconic hidden places in Jaipur to visit during your trip to this amazing city or if you are already a resident of this pink-walled architectural gem of a place, just like me. So, buckle up your seat belts for an ecstatic virtual experience to explore these hidden gems in Jaipur.
Jaipur, which is the capital city of Rajasthan state, encompassing Marwar Empire’s gloriousness and known for its spectacular palaces and busy & crowded markets, is a spot that radiates glamour with royalty and abundance in cultural heritage. Here are the best hidden places in Jaipur to look for while planning your itinerary & bucket list.
Samode Haveli/Samode Palace
It is one of the avant-garde and peaceful places in Jaipur that truly deserves your attention. It welcomes you to be a part of the majestic sophistication and a vibe of audacity it offers. More than a hotel, it is a monumental masterpiece that stood the test of time radiating Jaipur’s cultural history.
Featuring a maze-like framework, opulent courtyards and ravishing feel of interiors, it offers a sense of divinity to the tourists & visitors. Every spot of this hidden gem of Jaipur, a palace which narrates a different story encapsulating the importance this place brings to the history of Jaipur.
Patrika Gate
Patrika Gate and the garden of Jawahar Circle are the getaway spots to explore a different side of Jaipur, if you are exhausted from visiting monotonous looking streets of the pink city. Jawahar Circle Garden is considered as one of the biggest round-shaped gardens not only in India, but across Asia. Tourists are amused by the melodious symphony of the musical fountain situated in between the park, variety of floral beds across the garden and a vast track for doing jogging and other morning exercises.
Patrika Gate stands as a pillar of tribute to the lavish culture & heritage of Rajasthan decorated with sculptures, artworks and hand paintings showcasing Jaipur’s history with temples, forts, rulers and their magnificent palaces and that is why it is one of the unique places to visit in Jaipur.
Blue Pottery Art Centre
The Art Centre for Blue Pottery in Jaipur city is an attestation of the finest workmanship and handiwork for making exquisite art collectibles of pottery using the ancient technique of clay modelling. Tourists will be delighted to visit this offbeat place in Jaipur in person to experience the craft made by the Artisans such as Décor Lamps, Tiles, Antique Boxes as well as Wall-hanging Plates in various designs and sizes as per the likes of the tourists.
Sargasuli Tower
If you are person who desires to see some breathtaking views of our beloved Pink City, then this offbeat place in Jaipur is for you. Sargasuli Tower, a pillar of audacity that stands 140 feet high and the term “Sargasuli” itself is derived from Isarlat, which means “Passage to Heaven”.
It is one of the oldest and ancient architectural structure of Jaipur built in an integrative style of Mughal & Rajput framework. As the tourists proceed taking steps to climb to the top of the Tower, they feel enthralled to see the wonderous layout of Jaipur city.
Achrol Fort
This less-known place is located around 30 kilometres away from Jaipur which welcomes the visitors to experience an immersive view of serene surroundings and attractive landscapes from the history. That is why it is considered one of the best hidden gems of Jaipur. Although, it is not as distinguished as other forts in the Jaipur, it can be considered as an ideal place on your bucket list to visit if you are planning for a getaway from your chaos centric life.
Panna Meena Ka Kund (Stepwell)
Many travelers do often visit the Amber Fort in order to experience its rich heritage and beauty, but in spite of coming to Amber Fort, they are not well aware of this hidden place in Jaipur known as the Panna Meena Ka Kund which is located closely to the Fort and was built in the 16th Century to store the water for usage by the household women, worship places & other civilians. This four-sided structured architecture with eight layers of cris-cross stepping in a diamond-like form makes it a unique place to visit in Jaipur.
The Monkey Temple
Yes, you read it right! Galta Ji Temple is popularly known as the Monkey Temple because it is surrounded by the clan of monkeys which appeals to the visitors as it offers them a complete & delighting experience of the calm & composed atmosphere of the temple, divine view of the holy water springs at Galta Kund, combined with the playfulness activities directed by the monkey clan. It is a place that truly needs the attention of the tourists as it still remains as one of the hidden places in Jaipur to be explored and get fascinated by the experience this place offers.
Chandlai Lake
Looking for a worthy place for Nature Lovers and Bird Watchers, then your hunt ends here. The Chandlai Lake is one of the offbeat places in Jaipur to experience the spectacular beauty of the natural reserve and migratory birds, giving you a sense of tranquility and devotion towards the nature and it will definitely take you away from the sequence of tedious tasks and life chores.
Chulgiri Jain Temple
One of the best places to see sunrise in Jaipur and it is hailed by local residents as a popular destination, Chulgiri Jain Temple is a holy worship place that lies approximately 1000 steps above the ground level from a mountain edge which is a part of Jhalana Safari Park. It is still considered as a hidden place in Jaipur for tourists because they are not very well aware of the fantabulous view of the wildlife and natural habitat that one can experience after climbing to the top to the temple.
Although it is very important to mention that the photography is not allowed inside the temple as it is a pilgrimage site which is of immense religious importance for Jains, so apart from taking photos, do experience the beauty of this grandeur and peaceful place in Jaipur and cultivate a feeling of spirituality to bring peace and harmony.
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