One of the best-planned cities of the world in its time, Jaipur
is the capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City,
founded by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 AD. Following
independence, Jaipur merged with the states of Mewar,
Bikaner, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, and
became state capital of Rajasthan in 1956. Jaipur is known for its
striking buildings and sights, including the magnificent Amber
Fort, one of three ancient hilltop forts that dominate the hills
above Jaipur, along with the imposing Palace of the Winds, and the
fascinating observatory, which consists of fourteen large geometric
structures designed for astronomical measurement.