Visit the opulent Amber Fort, built from red sandstone and marble. Marvel at the intricate carvings and paintings and take a tour of the Rajput Maharajas' private chambers. Don't miss the Sound and Light Show in the evening, which narrates the history of Amber Fort.
The Palace of Winds, or Hawa Mahal, is a five-story palace built of red and pink sandstone in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. The façade has 953 windows, which allowed the royal ladies to watch the city without being seen. Take a guided tour to learn more about the palace and its history.
The City Palace is a sprawling complex of gardens, courtyards, and palaces built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. Explore the Mubarak Mahal, which houses the Textile Museum, and the Chandra Mahal, where the present Maharaja still resides. Don't miss the crystal and silverware exhibits.
The Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical instruments built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1734. The largest instrument is the Sundial, which tells time to an accuracy of 2 seconds. Take a guided tour to learn more about the history and use of the instruments.
The Albert Hall Museum, built in 1887, is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The museum has a vast collection of artifacts, including miniature paintings, carpets, metalwork, and sculptures. Don't miss the Egyptian mummy and the Pashmina Shawl exhibit.