The pride of Jaipur, City Palace is a repertoire of royal articles belonging to the raja-maharajas of the bygone era. It is a major draw of the city attracting tourists from far and wide. It is a perfect amalgamation of the traditional Rajasthani and Mughal styles of architecture. Every part of this imposing structure captures the hearts of onlookers. The wonderful and rare artifacts inside the palace speak volumes about the royal families who once lived here.
The credit of making such an architectural marvel goes to Maharaja Jai Singh II. To add more charm to the palace new additions were made by his successors. The palace encompasses huge courtyards, beautiful gardens, wonderful museum, stunning halls and magnificent apartments.
Some of the mesmerizing structures inside the palace are:
Mubakak Mahal
Built by Maharaja Madho Singh in the 19th century, this mahal is very captivating. Its arrestingly carved marble gate with heavy brass doors and interiors decorated majestically draw attention.
Chandra Mahal
A main attraction of the palace, Chandra Mahal overlooks the beautiful gardens. Shobha Niwas or Hall of Beauty is a magnificent structure inside the mahal which is studded with mirrors. Its blue tiled walls with mirror and mica decoration look awesome.
Chhavi Niwas
Also known as Hall of Images, this apartment boasts of sheer beauty.
Museum
The museum inside the palace houses a rare collection of textiles, manuscripts, paintings and weapons. The two massive silver urns, believed to be the largest vessels in the world, are one of the royal possessions found here.
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