One of India’s first planned cities, Jaipur was built in the 18th century as a royal capital for the region’s maharajahs. Jaipur's nickname—Pink City—stems from its trademark rose-hued buildings, painted pink to welcome the Prince of Wales in 1876.
Today, the city’s landscape is filled with architectural monuments that reflect its colorful history: the splendid Amber Fort, the magnificent City Palace complex, the impressive Jantar Mantar observatory and the show-stopping Palace of the Winds—just to name a few.
Whether you explore the Pink City through an insider’s tour of Jaipur’s history or a shopping excursion through bustling local markets, here are a few highlights you won't want to miss.