You just can’t be in the Pink City and not pass by this imposing and charming structure of yore.
[ The tall, imposing structure of Hawa Mahal, Jaipur ]
This is the Hawa Mahal or the ‘Palace of the winds’. It was built in 1799 by the poet-king Sawai Pratap Singh for the royal ladies to enjoy the various processions or day to day activities from the cool confines of this splendid structure. That was the era when women were not allowed outside and used to maintain ghunghat (purdah system). Built in exquisite Rajputana architecture, this 5 storied semi-octagonal and honeycombed structure comprises of 953 niches and 152 windows.
[ The windows of Hawa Mahal encrusted with domes and spires ]
There is crazy traffic all around; still tourists stop by to relive the opulence of the bygone era. No wonder then, it has become the hallmark of Jaipur and also the most recognizable and photographed monument of this city.
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Nice!!
ReplyDeleteHave you been inside? It must be amazing!!!
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ReplyDeleteUnfortunately being too short of time, I couldnt!
But Yes, it must definitely be an amazing view from those windows!
Spellbinding.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this beautiful and fascinating structure with us.
ReplyDeleteThanks, too, for visiting my site.
What an amazing building. I would love to hang out in a niche for the day and watch the world go by...not in purdah though....too hot and nasty....Love how the windows look turquoise and complement the pink stone....
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Hawa Mahl is impressive...love your description of "encrusted with domes and spires"...indeed!
Gosh, what a sight! Must be amazing if you stand right in front of it.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, that is an amazingly beautiful structure! Thank you Arti for coming by today! STAY YOUNG and keep exploring! Anita
ReplyDeletebeautiful ...its in my wishlist ..
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Stunning image!!!
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ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing how in those days with extremely limited technology our forefathers were able to create such masterpieces!
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Wow!! Who lives in here now? Do they ever let the public in?
ReplyDeleteThis one I want to visit. This, I know is a famous land mark and shan of Jaipur. Few years back my brother visited this place.
ReplyDeleteThe Hawa Mahal building is really impressive! Love the architecture. I am sure the building will look even more impressive in real.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the beautiful surroundings in your city :-D
oh wow.. it looks so grand, arti..
ReplyDeleteI can only think of one to word - magnificent. I'd hate to have to clean all those windows though.
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous! The architecture is beautiful :D
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog today and leaving a lovely comment. Your post is beautiful, such an amazing building I would love to be able to walk through this ancient place!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week.
been here and love jaipur alot/
ReplyDeleteHawa Mahal is so beautiful! I have never been inside though.
ReplyDeleteLovely and interesting.. and it sure is pink! Thanks for your visit to my blog. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing to me that this was built in the 18th century! It's so beautiful.
ReplyDeletethat building is amazing! thanks for your nice comment =)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pink city temple! Thank you for sharing! You must have been very patient Ari to get the rigiht angle ad picture without lots of people and traffic.
ReplyDeleteArti -- I think I spelled your name wrong on my last comment~ Sorry. I hate when people do that to me ;>)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful building. The name is interesting too, 'The Palace of the Winds'. Perhaps one day I will be able to visit it. I hope so.
ReplyDeleteAn impressive building with an interesting history!
ReplyDeleteThanks soo much for your visit & comment on my blog! I really do love all the inspirational photos and post inside your amazing blog!!
ReplyDeleteAgneta
you have an awesome account of travelogues...love to read them all....
ReplyDeleteDear Arti
ReplyDeleteDurga puja greetings to you.
Bit tied up and could not read all the postings after 2nd Oct
Very nice and informative, all the postings.
Was thinking of Going to Badrinath during temple closure on Diwali..but I understand the road is in very bad condition ..may be next year.
HAve a nice weekend.
Wow, so intricate in detail! Here from BPOTW!
ReplyDeletevery well described in minute detail of grandeur of the past.
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Marvellous structure!
ReplyDeletebeautifully captured Hawa Mahal.Hey!Arti wish you a very happy and prosperous New Year.
ReplyDeletenice. but I feel better shot would have been possible capturing full view of the palace
ReplyDeleteHey wonderful place to visit , sometime in year or two i should make a trip to rajasthan . I had been to this place long back in 2004 .
ReplyDeleteThe Hawa Mahal is a great example of the Rajputana architecture; it was strongly influenced by Mughal style of architecture.
ReplyDeleteHawa mahal disappointed me when I saw it first time...but yes, It always looks magnificent in pics :)
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