Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, and was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, Ruler of the city of Amber. It is the first planned city of India, and is affectionately known as the 'city of victory' due to the keen sense of security shown in its design and evident in its' many historic forts. Many architects, as well as a scholars of mathematics and science were consulted during the design of the city, which began in 1727 and took approximately four years to complete. The architecture follows the principles of Shilpa Shastra, traditional Indian architecture, and is divided into nine blocks, seven of which are allotted to the public, and the other two playing home to the various state buildings and palaces.
This precise planning and attention to detail shown in the design of the city is also evident in the fact that Jaipur boasts a well maintained road network with multi storey fly-over's and traffic lights with closed circuit cameras to help maintain law and order, and to ensure easy access to the city's abundant historical and cultural attractions. Beautifully landscaped gardens found throughout the city are a true visual delight to the eyes of visitors, and often play host to numerous fairs and festivals which are celebrated with a cacophony of gusto and zeal.
With so much to see and do in Jaipur, the hotels play an active role in ensuring you are able to make the most of your limited time in the city. All Hotels have a tour desk where they can arrange visits for guests to the many beautiful palaces, forts and other sightseeing destinations within the city. And for an added thrill, join one of the camel or elephant safaris to explore the city. However you wish to explore the city, staff at Jaipur hotels are extremely well informed and knowledgeable regarding the city's monuments and other attractions, and are extremely helpful in planning your stay to your personal requirements.
With this in mind, an added bonus for travelers is the fact that Jaipur hotels are well situated close to all amenities, and offers guests easy access to wherever they wish to travel around the city. The Oberoi Palace Hotel in Jaipur is ideal to visit sites such as the Jaigarh Fort, the City Palace, or to do some shopping in the city markets nearby.
The Taj Rambagh Palace in Jaipur offers guests travel assistance around the city to visit its breathtaking sites, if preferred, you can spend the whole day picking up gorgeous fabrics and fine art works at bargain prices from the shopping arcade on the hotel site. One of the most notable small luxury hotels in Jaipur is the Raj Palace Hotel and is situated not too far from the international airport. The Ajmer railway Junction is also in close proximity to the hotel and aides guests in exploring the numerous attractions close by, including the Hawa Mahal, the Albert Hall Museum and the Samode Haveli.
Being able to relax and unwind in the comfort and elegance of Jaipur Hotels after a busy day spent exploring only adds to the allure of this majestic tourist destination. To begin with, rooms at the hotels are grace personified, and create the perfect ambiance in which to relax and ready yourself for another exciting, fun-filled excursion. You will be provided with every amenity possibly needed to enhance your comfort, including 24 hour room service, high speed internet access, a color TV with international channels and an ensuite bathrooms complete with complimentary soaps and the like.
If you decide to take a day of rest from exploring all Jaipur has to offer, the hotels are equipped with many modern facilities to ensure you always have something to keep you busy. Take an invigorating swim in the hotel pool, or get your heart rate racing with an energizing workout in the multi gym complex.
The hotel Spa is the perfect way to relax and rejuvenate whilst enjoying a variety of massages and various beauty and herbal treatments, administered by friendly professional staff. And if the purpose of your visit is business orientated, you are in for a treat; with facilities catering to all group sizes, and offering world class business facilities such as internet and video conferencing services, Jaipur Hotels have played host to a number of prominent corporate guests from a range of multinational and national companies.
Equally adept at entertaining leisure and business travelers, hotels in the city are internationally renowned for their hospitality and sophistication. Close to all amenities and offering a relative smorgasbord of luxury facilities in the comfort of elegantly decorated rooms and suites, you are sure to enjoy an experience to savor.
