Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City, is the capital of the state of Rajasthan. It has long been established on tourist itineraries as the third corner of India's Golden Triangle, just 300 kilometres southwest of Delhi and 200 kilometres west of Agra. The old city of Jaipur is partially encircled with seven gates- the major gates are Chandpole, Sanganeri, and Ajmeri. The pink city label applies specifically to the old walled quarter of the Rajasthani capital, while in the northeast of the town, glorious palaces and temples, in an assortment of styles that span the centuries, are scattered throughout the whole urban area.

Jaipur: the city of forts, palaces, golden sands... steeped in history ! It is the city of victory which presides over the fascinating desert State of Rajasthan. Surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by a formidable fort, Jaipur is a city of beautiful mansions and gardens.

Jaipur is also home to exquisite handicrafts, beautiful textile prints, delicate jewellery and semi-precious / precious gems and stones.