subject: Hospitality At Its Best At Hotels In Jaipur [print this page] Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is a land of warriors, great kings and rulers. Founded by Raja Sawai Jai Singh II, the city draws its name from him. Folklore of royalty, heroism and romance is filled in each nook and corner of the city. The rich heritage, colourful culture and huge palatial buildings impart this place an amazing nostalgia of a bygone era. It is a city full of architectural marvels and was the first city built on the principles of Vaastu or Shilpa Shastra.
Jaipur is about 250 km from Delhi and is well connected with rail, road and air. It is a bustling capital city and a business centre but yet flavoured strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveller. In the backdrop one can see the forts of Amer, Nahargarh, Jaigarh etc. The other places to visit in Jaipur are Hawa Mahal - which was primarily meant for royal ladies to enjoy the happening of the city without leaving the confines of purdah or veil, City palace, Central museum, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal, Birla temple etc. Another eco-tourism recreational spot in Jaipur is Chowki Dhani which is set up in a very ethnical village fair style. A trip to Jaipur without visiting this place is incomplete. It encapsulates the life and culture of a traditional village.
The people of Jaipur are simple, co-operative, skilled and peaceful. Jaipur also hosts a number of festivals which are popular among both locals and tourists namely Gangaur Festival, Kite Festival, Teej Festival, Shitla Mata Fair and Chaksu Fair. Jaipur is pleasant for visit during Nov-Feb.
The Hotels in Jaipur have options available from Budget hotels to Heritage properties and Palaces now converted in hotels. Many of the converted properties are still run and managed by the royal families. The guests here are treated in a traditional and royal style by putting a garland on their neck, applying red vermicilion Tika on forehead and sprinkling rose water at the time of check-in.
Each room has been elegantly designed with a mix of handcrafted antiques and facilities for modern day. There are pleasant lawns and open terraces for visitors to unwind in the cool breeze of evening and enjoy the setting sun. The king sized bed, refrigerator, tea/coffee maker and excellent room service comprises as a part and parcel of the room.
The traditional food of Rajasthan Dal Bati Choorma is definitely a not to be missed item from the vast menu option of the hotel restaurant. The warmth and affection with which the staff serves at the Jaipur Hotels is unmatched with any other part of the world. Jaipur is also famous for its block printing and many items like ladies/ gents and kids wear, quilts, bed sheets and pillow covers can be found in the shopping arena of the hotel.To enjoy the splendour and history of royal city of Jaipur, one must stay at Hotels in Jaipur and make most of the time by indulging and pampering oneself with the royal hospitality.
