Location : Badi Chaupar, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Built By : Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
Year Built : 1799
Entry Fee : ₹50 (Indians), ₹200 (Foreigners)
Visiting Timings : 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Best Time to Visit : October – March
Famous For : 953 windows (jharokhas)
UNESCO World Heritage Site : Part of Jaipur’s historic core
History of Hawa Mahal
- This palace was built in the year 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh.
- This palace was built in the form of a crown of Lord Krishna.
- Served as a viewing gallery for royal women during street festivals like Gangaur and Teej.
- Pink and red sandstone were used to build this monument.
- The five floors are accessed by ramps instead of stairs, maintaining traditional royal architecture.
Interesting Facts & Myths
- Did you know?- There are 953 windows in this five-story building.
- Due to its interior, it stays cool in summer, also due to passive airflow.
- It was built without a foundation – the tallest structure of its kind standing at an angle.
- It looks like a honeycomb from the frontside, but the backside is surprisingly simple.
- There are no rooms on the top floors. They were meant purely for observation and a breeze.
How to Reach?
- By Air: Jaipur International Airport is the nearest airport, which is 12 km away from Hawa Mahal.
- By Train: Jaipur Junction is 5 km away from here.
- By Road: It is located at the Badi Chaupar. Easily accessible by cab, rickshaw, or local bus.
Best Time to Visit
- In October to March weather is cool and pleasant. It is the best time to visit.
- Visit in the early morning for a sunrise view with fewer crowds.
- Avoid summers (April–June) as during this time interval, the weather is extremely hot.
Travel Tips
- Bags may be checked at the entrance.
- Photography is allowed, but drones are restricted.
- Food, smoking, and drinking are not allowed inside the palace.
- Wear comfy shoes – upper floors require walking ramps.
- Carry a water bottle because facilities are limited inside.
