Hawa Mahal

~ the Palace of Breeze ~

Photographing the facade comes down to light and angle. Our guide to the best photo spots for Hawa Mahal sets out where to stand at each time of day.

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About Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal, also known as “Palace of Breeze”, was built in 1799 as an extension to the Royal City Palace of Jaipur.

 

It allows the royal ladies who at the time strictly observed “pardah”, to be able to watch any processions and activities on the street without being seen by the public.

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Jaipur Hawa Mahal
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Opening Hours & Fees

 

Opening Time: 09:00 to 19:00

Entrance Fees:
Indian: Rs.100, Foreigners: Rs.600

Tourist Pass/Composite Ticket covers 7 Jaipur monuments are available too. Check it out.

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Entrance to the Palace

You enter Hawa Mahal by its own gates: Anand Pol (Anandpoli) is the main entrance and Chandrapoli is the second. A passage links the palace to City Palace, but you do not enter through City Palace.
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No Foundation!

Hawa Mahal is the tallest building in the world without a foundation.  The five-storey building managed to maintain upright because of it is curved.  Just another masterpiece of Rajput and Mughal architecture.

 

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