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Excursions
Samode :-
The beautiful Samode Palace, has been rebuilt and renovated and provides
a fine example of the Rajput haveli architecture and is an ideal spot for
outings. The highlight of the building is the exquisite Diwan-i-Khas,
which is covered with original paintings and mirrorwork.
Bairath :-
An important historical place with the excavated remains of a circular
Buddhist temple - unique in Rajasthani and the earliest known temple in
India. Bairath also has relics of the Mauryan, Mughal and Rajput periods.
A mint constructed by Akbar, a beautiful Mughal garden and a remarkable
monument with painted chhatris and wall built by Jahangir are other
attractions.
Gaitor :-
The cenotaphs of the royal family are at Gaitor, just outside the city
walls. The cenotaph of Maharaja Jai Singh II is particularly impressive.
The cenotaphs of the maharanis of Jaipur are on Ambr road, midway between
Jaipur and Amber. Nearby is the Jal Mahal (water Palace), in the middle of
the lake and reached by a causeway.
Galta :-
The temple of the sun god at Galta is 100m above Jaipur to the east, a
2.5km climb from Surajpol. A deep, temple-studded gorge stands behind the
temple and there are good views over the surrounding plains.
Ramgarh Lake :-
A huge artificial lake created by constructing a high bund amidst tree
covered hills. While the temple of Jamwa Mata and the ruins of the old
fort are some of its antiquities, its beautiful landscape, especially
during in oils pools, makes it an idyllic picnic spot.
Sanganer :-
This small town is entered through the ruins of two ' Tripolias ' or '
Triple-gateways '. The town has a ruined palace and a group of Jain
temples with fine carvings. Entry to the temples is restricted. The town
is an important centre for craft, industry and produces some of the finest
hand printed textiles from units of block and screen printers. This
textile is popular all over the country and abroad. It is noted for its
hand printed handloom industry using simple techniques.
Vidyadhar's Garden :
Nestled in a narrow valley, this beautiful garden was built in honour of
jai Singh's chief architect and town planner.
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