Hawa Mahal

Through this blog, you get all the details of Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, including its history, architecture, entry fees, timings and other details.

As you all know that India is a marvellous land with all known places. It has many places that manifest the beauty of nature. From hilly regions and snowy regions to desert regions, India gives the best and most attractive places and experiences for its tourists.

In India, one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Rajasthan. This place is one of the best and most amazing places to visit, as it gives you one of the most authentic experiences that give out the traditional beauty of India. In Rajasthan, Jaipur is the largest city in it and is often referred to as the “Pink City” because of the dominant colour schemes in its buildings. 

Hawa Mahal in Jaipur is considered one of the most Iconic monuments of Rajasthan and it is the most photographed monument in the historically pink city. It is located in the middle of the Old City or Walled city of Jaipur and is akin to a fairytale come true. What makes this monument one of the top attractions in Jaipur for travellers is its unique architecture that comprises 953 windows.

Information of Hawa Mahal

• Name: Hawa Mahal is also known as Palace of Breeze

• Made by: Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh

• Year of establishment: In 1799

• Location: Badi Choupad

• Height: 50 meters

• Entry Fees: Rs.50 for Indians; Rs.200 for Foreigners  

• Architect: Lal Chand Ustad

• The material used: Red and Pink sandstone

• Architectural style: Fusion of Islamic, Mughal, and Rajput architectural style

History of Hawa Mahal 

Hawa Mahal was built by Kachhwaha Rajput ruler Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in the year 1799 and it is over 200 years old. This monument is a fusion of Islamic, Mughal and Rajput architectural styles. The idea of Hawa Mahal came when the maharaja saw the structure of Khetri Mahal in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan and through that structure, he was so impressed that he decided to build a palace modelled on it.

The design of Hawa Mahal was an architect by Lal Chand Ustad. It is one of its kind pyramid structure, a 5-storeyed building which represents a pattern of a Beehive and it has 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework.

Facts about Hawa Mahal

• Due to the prevalence of 953 windows in the building, so, the palace was a summer retreat for the Rajput families during the olden times as there is excellent cross ventilation of air.
• This palace is built for the Royal ladies of Rajputs as the women would see the life of the common people through the windows.
• Unlike other places, there is no entryway in front of the Mahal. So, you need to enter through a door that exists at the side of the building.
• This palace was the favourite resort of Maharaja Jai Singh who loved Hawa Mahal for its cooling effect as well as its decorated interiors.
• There are no stairs to reach the upper floor of the palace. Ramps were built, instead, as it was the easy carry of palanquins (paalakee) of Rajput royal ladies on ramps.
• Each floor of the Hawa Mahal has a temple in it. Sharad Mandir exists on the first floor while the Ratan Mandir with beautiful and colourful glasswork is on the second floor. Vichitra Mandir, Prakash Mandir, and Hawa Mandir decorated the top three floors.

Some places near Hawa Mahal to visit

• Jantar Mantar- about 700m
• Govind Dev Ji Temple- about 750m
• City Palace- about 850m
• Jaipur Zoo- about2km
• Albert Hall Museum- about 2.4km
• Central Park- about4.4km
• Birla Mandir- about4.5km