A Magic amidst Waters - Jal Mahal, Jaipur
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The Jal Mahal is an 18th century architectural wonder built in Jaipur, by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 AD. It is a popular tourist spot in Jaipur for its magnificent artwork and famous for its majestic architecture and sophisticated design. |
History:
Built by Sawai Pratap Singh, in 1799 AD, this palace was built by constructing a dam between two hills. Sawai Pratap Singh built this palace for the royal family as a place of leisure and especially for royal duck shooting parties.
Structure:
Set in the midst of the Man Sagar Lake, the palace is known for its intricate artistry and architecture. The four floors of the building are four floors of the building are permanently under water. Only the top floor of the palace is visible. This red sandstone monument looks particularly magnificent during monsoon in a lake filled with water hyacinth.
How to Reach:
Jal Mahal is on the way to Amber and is about 6.5 kilometers from Jaipur. Jaipur is well connected to the rest of the country. Delhi the capital of India is only 300 kilometers from Jaipur. It is accessible by road, rail and air. Many airlines offer cheap fares to travel to Jaipur. Railways from different parts of the country travel to Jaipur. The Delhi-Jaipur National Highway is another means of reaching Jaipur. |
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