Location
Hawa Mahal is located in Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan.
The Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal, a splendid monument, is a multi layered palace which was
erected by Sawai Pratap Singh who was the grand son of Sawai Jai Singh and
son of Sawai Madho Singh in 1799 AD. Mr. Lal Chand Usta was the architect of
the architectural wonder, located in the state capital Jaipur. Hawa is known
for its beehive like structure, where there is an intricate use of red and
pink sand stone, aesthetically outlined with white borders and motifs.
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Architecture
The architecture of Hawa mahal is strongly influenced by Mughal
architecture. However, the Rajputs adapted and used Mughals styles so
tastefully in their buildings that it led to the development of a distinct
architectural style marked by sophistication and creative invention. The
Rajput style, on one hand, is characterised by traditional Hindu elements
like the chhatris which are small domed canopies, supported by pillars,
fluted pillars, lotus and floral patterns and on the other hand, it has
features like the intricate stone inlay work and arches, which depict the
Islamic style of architecture.
Best time to visit
October to march
Getting There
Air : Jaipur Airport, Sanganer is at a distance of around 11km from
the city center. Indian Airlines, Jet Airways and domestivc carriers provide
regular flights to and from Jaipur. There are direct flights to Delhi,
Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Aurangabad, and some other cities from Jaipur.
Rail : Trains from all the major cities are linked to Jaipur. The
direct connections to Jaipur are from Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ahmedabad,
Secunderabad, Agra, Lucknow, Mumbai, Chennai and Calcutta.
Road : Jaipur is well connected by road to various parts of India.
Delhi-Jaipur national highway is one of the finest roads in India. Rajasthan
roadways runs excellent regular service of AC and Deluxe Coaches from Delhi.
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Accommodation
Rambagh palace ( 5 star hotel) is located on the Bhawani Singh Road, Jaipur
Jaimahal palace (5 star hotel) is located on the Jacob Road, Civil lines,
Jaipur
Hotel Rajvilas (5 star hotel)
Rajputana palace sheraton (5 star hotel) is located on palace road, Jaipur.
Hotel Mansingh (5 star hotel) sansar Chandra road, Jaipur.
Hotel Jaipur palace (5 str hotel ) is located on the Tonk road, Jaipur.
