HeritageJaipur, Rajasthan
Amer Fort
A hilltop fort of red sandstone and marble overlooking Maota Lake outside Jaipur.
2–3 hoursExplore
- Landmarks
- Jaipur, Rajasthan
Hawa Mahal
Jaipur’s iconic ‘Palace of Winds’ with 953 latticed windows facing the bazaar.
- 45 minutes
- ₹50 Indians, ₹200 foreigners
- Jaipur
Overview
About Hawa Mahal
Built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, Hawa Mahal let royal women watch street festivals unseen. Its five-storey pink facade is shaped like Lord Krishna’s crown.
Climb to the top for views over Siredeori Bazaar and the City Palace, or admire it at sunrise from a rooftop café opposite.
Why Visit
Why it’s worth your time
- Jaipur’s iconThe city’s most photographed facade.
- Rajput architectureJharokhas and latticework.
- Café viewsRooftop cafés across the road.
Highlights
Don’t miss
- 953 jharokha windows
- Top-floor city views
- Sunrise photo from opposite cafés
- Located in the heart of the bazaar
Things to Know
Plan your visit
- Timings
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Entry fee
- ₹50 Indians, ₹200 foreigners
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Good to know
- Best photographed from outside at sunrise
Best time to visit
Sunrise, when the facade glows.
Location
Where it is
Related Experiences
Make more of your visit
- Bazaar walkJohari Bazaar next door.
FAQs
Hawa Mahal FAQs
Can you go inside Hawa Mahal?
Yes — the ticketed entry is from the rear, leading up ramps to the top floors.
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