Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City was founded in 1727 A.D. by one of the greatest rulers of his time-Maharaja Sawai Jai Singhll and designed by architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharya. A marvel of town planning, Jaipur was designed in accordance with the ancient Hindu principles of architecture. The City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal are within walking distance from each other. The main streets are like open museums where one can see the most amazing variety of traditional crafts and arts.

Areas of interest outside the walled city are the Ram Niwas Garden, the Central Museum, Maharani- ki-Chhatri, Gaitor, Vidyadhar Garden and Sisodia Rani Garden. A little away from the walled city are the forts of Nahargarh, Jaigarh and the Amer Palace.

Jaipur plays host to a plethora of festivities in March, corresponding to the Hindu month of Phalgun. The Elephant Festival held on the eve of Holi, comprises a huge procession of elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers.

In Chaksu, 43 kms. from Jaipur, an annual fair honours Sheetia Mata, the goddess with the ability to cure smallpox.

Dausa is a small town on the Jaipur-Agra road. Several small but interesting havelis are located in and around Dausa besides an old fort and temples.