Jaipur

Sights

• Amber Fort – A hillside fortress palace with a hall of mirrors and lake views.
• Hawa Mahal – The «Palace of the Winds» with its pink honeycomb façade.
• City Palace – The maharajas' residence with a museum and colourful gates.
• Jantar Mantar – Giant stone astronomical instruments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Nahargarh Fort – A fort above the city, popular at sunset.
• Old city bazaars – Jewellery, textiles and spices in the «Pink City».

Food & nightlife

• Dal Baati Churma – Rajasthan's classic of lentils, baked wheat balls and a sweet crumble.
• Pyaaz Kachori – Fried pastries filled with onion, eaten for breakfast.
• Lassi – A thick yoghurt drink, often served in a clay cup.
• Rooftop restaurants – Dinner overlooking illuminated forts.

Day trips

• Udaipur – The «City of Lakes», with palaces on the water.
• Jodhpur – The «Blue City» beneath the mighty Mehrangarh Fort.
• Pushkar – A holy lakeside town known for its camel fair in autumn.
• Ranthambore – A national park with tigers and an ancient fort.

Good to know

When to go

October–March

Getting around

By train or car from Delhi; in town use tuk-tuks, taxi apps and a metro line. Many tour Rajasthan city to city with a driver.

Tipping

Around 10% is customary in restaurants.

Power

Plug type C/D/M, 230 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR)

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