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The Sites of Jaipur - Kitchen Kat
Jaipur. The city of 1,001 sites. Because Sean and I ended up here in the middle of August, when temperatures topped 100+, we tried not to cram too much sightseeing into one day. Even so, we managed to hit all the must-see spots and not keel over from sunstroke. (Lugging around bottled water and wearing light clothing did help but not that much.) Below are a few of our favorite historical sites in Jaipur. All are on the “tourist trail” so be prepared for the multitude of male guides waiting at the entrance gates. In some instances having a guide will benefit you but often you will learn just as much by reading the signs posted around the various objects. Jantar Mahar – Constructed in 1728 by Jai Singh, this outdoor observatory possesses a vast assortment of over-sized astronomical instruments and the world’s largest sundial. Named Brihat Samrat Yantra or “the King of the Instruments,” the sundial is truly a regal sight. Amber Fort – This 11th century fortified palace lies 11 kilometers northeast …
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