Introduction
Hawa Palace meaning 'Palace of Winds' is the land mark of Jaipur. Located in the down town of the city, this marvelous piece of architecture stands as a specimen of Rajuput architecture and their values. The monument was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. It is a five-storied palace with 953 sand stone windows in the complex of City Palace and offers a stunning work of carvings. Originally, the palace was designed in 'jharokhas' style by Lal Chand Usta on the commission of Maharaja. And its purpose was to allow the beautiful Rajput women of the palace the views of markets, processions and functions in the cities.


Quick Facts
Location : Jaipur (Rajasthan)
Built in : 1,799
Built by : Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
Highlight : The peculiar Architecture
Timings : Open 0900 - 17 hrs
Climate : 45-25.8 oC (Summer), 22 -8.3 oC (Winter)
Best time to visit : October to February


Dal Lake Air/Rail/Road Links

Airport :	Sanganer Airport is located 15 km from the city center of Jaipur and offers regular air services to the cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur and Udaipur and a single international flight to Dubai.
Railway Station :	Jaipur Railway Station is one of the important cities of north India. It offers regular trains to all major cities of India.
Bus Station :	Jaipur is extensively connected by national and state highways to all major cities of India. Jaipur Bus Station operate regular bus service of AC and Deluxe Coaches.
Local :	Taxi, auto-rickshaw and cycle rickshaw are the primary means to roam around the city.

Attractions Within the Hawa Palace
Casements
Hawa Palace has beautiful 953 casements, called Jharokhas in local name. Each casement is carved of red sand stone with fine decoration and tiny lattice work.

Courtyards
Courtyards of the Hawa Mahal is another great attraction. It is surrounded by double story building on three sides. The entrance goes through a beautifully carved door.

The Facade of Hawa Mahal
The most grandeur scene of the palace is available from front side. It is a five-storied palace raising to the fifty feet high

Inside of Hawa Mahal
The inner part of the palace consist of plain champers and mass of decorated pillars. There are number of passages and lead to the top story.

Architecture of Hawa Mahal
The construction and philosophy behind it has been the subjects of speculation among the tourists. It combines Mughal style, patterning of Jain temples and a kind of them creeping in the work.

Shopping near Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal located in the main market. Shopping in the market area at the front side of the monument is an exquisite experience. You can shop here dazzling varieties of jewelery, beautiful gems, semi precious stones, kundan and minakri work (enamel work on gold). Sanganeri prints, tie-dye, and fine kota doria saries are some exclusive buys for women.

Famous Hotels close to Hawa Mahal
The pink city of Jaipur has world class heritage hotels. You will find here all categories of accommodation ranging from luxury to budget and economy class hotels. The heritage hotels are world known for their royal hospitality. Hawa Mahal also occupies a heritage hotel in its premise. Their are some more famous hotels for visitors of Hawa Mahal are :

Other Attractions Around the Hawa Mahal
City Palace
The City Palace in Old city is a big complex housing many palaces, temples and museum. It is a complete gallery of Rajput architecture. It was built by Sawai Jai Singh and later Rajput rulers.

Jaigarh fort
Jaigarh fort houses world's largest cannon on wheels. This most spectacular fort of Jaipur was the center of producing and suppling weapons to Mughal and Rajput warriors.

Jantar Mantar
One of the five largest observatories in all over India, Jantar Mantar has a collection of complex astronomical instruments in functions to this day. It was built by Maharaja Jai Singh II.

Nahargarh Fort
This majestic fort is nestled atop the Aravali Hills. Construction and inside decoration of frescos and murals-both are attractive. Jai Singh built as a safe pocket from enemy.