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Built in 1799, the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds, is one of the
major landmarks of Jaipur. This five
storey building, which looks out over the main street of the old city,
is a stunning example of Rajput artistry, with its pink semioctagonal and
delicately honeycombed sandstone windows. It was originally built to enable
ladies of the royal household, to watch the everyday life and processions
of the city. The palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, and is
part of the City Palace complex. There is, also,
a small archaeological museum on the same site.
When to visit
The best season to visit Jaipur is during winters, from October to February.
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