The Hawa Mahal, or "Palace of Winds," is an architectural wonder of Rajasthan's royal grandeur in the heart of Jaipur. It was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh as an architectural wonder to allow the women of the royal family to see street life without being seen in strict purdah system. Its characteristic façade, with 953 intricately designed windows or jharokhas, presents a striking honeycomb-like structure that catches the breeze, ensuring coolness in the hot Rajasthani summers—hence the name "Hawa" (wind).
The palace is the brilliant fusion of Rajput and Mughal architectural style, with very delicate latticework, ornaments, and florid motives adorning its structure. Constructed from red and pink sandstone, this has five floors with a central courtyard in it. Such an airy design of building makes the place a place of coolness, in which the queenly women get to enjoy all the lively sight of Jaipur from secluded vantage points.
Tourists visiting Hawa Mahal are allowed to go up and admire breathtaking panorama views of the streets in Jaipur, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar. The palace has now been converted into a museum with information about the royal family and the history of the place. The carvings, windows, and its structure are one of the popular landmarks in Jaipur.
Today, the Hawa Mahal is an emblem of Rajasthan's rich royal heritage. The patrons of the culture and architecture enthusiasts visit the Hawa Mahal to not just relish its heritage but also to experience the royal beauty of Jaipur.
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