Cheap Flights to Jaipur
About the Origin Jaipur
Jaipur is the largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. This city is the first planned city in India, built by Sawai Jai Singh in eighteenth century. It is also known as ‘the Pink City’ for having distinctly tinted Mughal architectural structures. This beautiful city is considered as the prime tourist destination and most of the International travellers start their trip from here. It has numerous massive forts, temples, palaces, monuments, museums, and gardens. This is one of the rapidly growing cities amongst India, which is currently undergoing huge infrastructure development.
Tourist Attractions
Jaipur is popular for its massive historical and architectural marvels. Several hundreds of years old massive forts are the prime attractions of the city. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, and Nahargarh Fort are the largest forts with great architectural treasure.
City Palace is impressively blended with the Mughal and traditional Rajput architecture. Its complex is that it occupies vast area, nearly one-seventh part of the city. This palace embraces series of courtyards, buildings, and gardens that include, Chandra Mahal – currently using it as the official residency by Maharajah of Jaipur, Mubarak Mahal – A textile museum with royal attire collection, Diwan-e-Khas – a private housing, having the world’s largest silver urns, Diwan-e-Aam – is known as Sabha Nivas (‘Hall of Public Audience), Maharani palace, Ridhi Sidhi Pol, and Hawa Mahal.
There are numerous temples and gardens that are sprinkled throughout the city. Govind Devji Temple Moti Doongari, Lakshmi Narayan Temple (aka The Marble Temple), Akshardham Temple (at Vaishali Nagar), Jain Mandir, Galtaji, Galwh Bagh (The Monkey Temple), and Suriya Mandir (The Sun Temple) are the oldest temples in the city. Years old monuments Jantar Mantar, Gaitore and popular gardens such as the Ram Niwas Garden, Sisodia Rani Palace and Garden, Central Park (Entrance near Statue Circle), Central Museum (or Albert Hall Museum), Zoological Garden, and Vidyadhar Garden are also must visit places in Jaipur.
Shopping Dining & Nightlife
Do not be panic by hearing the unseen prices of Jaipur. While visiting the city, one must remember that no product or service comes on fixed price. You can bargain up to 60% in every shop or hotels. Souvenirs, local crafts, Rajais, Jaipur traditional attires, and many more unique things can be availed in the bazaars or souks. For up-scale shopping and entertainment you must visit the large shopping malls located in different places of the city. There are 15 grand malls that are erected in the city, which offers numerous shopping stores, restaurants, theatres, and branded outlets.
While visiting Jaipur, one must taste the traditional Rajasthani delights. There are many restaurants available in the city ranging from cheapest to costliest. Visitors can find myriad tiny stalls, which offer delectable street food. Rajasthan restaurants will serve all Indian varieties. The Pink City offers electrifying nightlife. Being the best tourist destination, it boasts plentiful bars and taverns.
Festivals & Seasons
Unlike other Indian cities, Jaipur celebrates numerous local festivals and its calendar is packed with colourful fairs and events. Camel Festival, Beneshwar Fair, Nagaur Fair, Desert Festival, Elephant Festival, Mewar Festival, Gogaji Fair, Kaliteej, Ramdevra Fair, Marwar Festival, Dusshera, Pushkar Fair, Gangaur Fair, Kolyat Fair, Kaila Devi Fair, Mahavir Ji Fair, Summer Festival Mt.Abu (June), Teej Festival, Kite Festival, Mewar Festival, and Baneshwar Fair are the major festivals and events, which are celebrated in the city. Along with these festivals, the city enjoys other religious festivals such as, Ramadan, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Easter and Bakrid.
Transportation within the City
Rajasthan Tourism Dept. Corp. (RTDS) is the primary public transportation that provides half-day, full-day, and pink city tours on daily basis. RTDS services are inexpensive and comfortable. In each bus, you will be assisted by the tourist guide, who can speak multiple languages. Local buses, auto rikshaws, cycle-rikshaw, and taxis are the additional options to explore the Pink City.
Popular Sports in Jaipur
Jaipur holds plentiful national level professional teams. Rajasthan Royals (IPL), Jaipur Pink panthers (Pro Kabaddi League) are popular teams, having huge following in the state and other regions of the country. Sawai Man Singh Stadium is situated in the city and it hosts numerous national and international events.
Weather in Jaipur
The city has a semi-arid climate. The city will have very hot climate throughout the year. Winters are very pleasant and mild with an average temperature of 17°C, lasting from November to February. Summers are extremely hot and humid, where the temperature notches to 48 °C. During monsoon rainfall is very frequent and heavy with thunderstorms. Winter is the best season to plan a visit to the pink city.
Emergency Numbers
For any criminal offense tourists can inform the police at a toll free number 911
About Jaipur Airport & Location
Jaipur Airport (IATA: JAI, ICAO: VIJP) is the only airport for the state of Rajasthan, which is located 13 kilometres south of the city of Jaipur. The airport majorly operates flights to many domestic and few international destinations. Right now a dozen airlines are being operated and has nonstop flights to many cities.
Airline Information
| Air Arabia | Air Costa | Air India Express | GoAir, IndiGo |
| Oman Air | JetKonnect | Jet Airways | SpiceJet |
| Air India | Air Asia India | Etihad Airways |
Airport Terminal Information
Jaipur airport has a terminal building which is used for both domestic and international arrivals and departures, it can accommodate 1000 passengers at a time.
Local Transportation at Jaipur Airport
Cabs and public buses are the major means of transportation to and from the Jaipur airport.
Airport Facilities
central heating system, central air conditioning, inline x-ray baggage inspection system, inclined arrival baggage claim carousels, escalators, public address system, flight information display system (FIDS), CCTV for surveillance, airport check-incounters, car parking, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, gift shops, equipment for disabled and information desks are the facilities offered by the Jaipur Airport.
Hotels near Jaipur Airport
Being the iconic tourist destination of the country, it possesses plentiful luxurious hotels with all amenities and great standards.
All Airport Enquiries
Save the contact number for any airport related information 0141 255 0623. Find the best airfare deals on both Domestic and international flights bookings at Rehlat.com.
Jaipur Airport Address |
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Airports Authority of India, |
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Civil Airport, Sanganer |
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Jaipur, Rajasthan 302011 |
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Ph: 0141 255 0623 |
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