Jaipur is moderate in temperature.
Summer : Max. 45 degree C Min. 25.8 degree C
Winters : Max. 22 degree C Min. 8.3 degree C

Air : The Jaipur Airport is called Sanganer Airport . There are domestic flight connections to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur and Udaipur. There is a single international flight to Dubai.

Jaipur offers myriad shopping bargains. A major gem and jewellery centre, it is famous for Kundan work (enamel work on gold). Also there are woollen carpets, cotton rugs, marble statuary, enamelled wares, brass ware, hand-block printed Sanganeri and Bagru Cotton fabrics, exotic blue pottery made from crushed quartz, leather footwear and more.

Jaipur is barely 262 km. from Delhi, and is well connected by road, rail and air. A big fleet of deluxe and air conditioned buses is operated by the Rajasthan roadways between Delhi and Jaipur. There is also a special luxury train, the Palace on Wheels, which starts from Delhi on a round trip of Rajasthan, first stop being Jaipur. Also well connected to other parts of the country by a good network of air, rail and road connection. However, considering the city's popularity, it is advisable to plan in advance.

Amer Palace - The fort, its ramparts & watchtowers, overlooking the Delhi-Jaipur highway. It is believed to have been the capital of the "Minas", the original inhabitants of Rajasthan.

Bairath (86 km on the Shahpura-Alwar Road) : An important historical place with the excavated remains of a circular Buddhist temple - unique in Rajasthani and the earliest known temple in India. Bairath also has relics of the Mauryan, Mughal and Rajput periods. A mint constructed by Akbar, a beautiful Mughal garden and a remarkable monument with painted chhatris and wall built by Jahangir are other attractions.

Gaitor (6.5 km on the road to Amer ) : There are memorials to the queens in the Maharani-ki-Chhatri complex near the Ramgarh road crossing. The white marble cenotaph of Maharajah Jai Singh II is the most impressive and is decorated with carved peacocks. Next to it is the cenotaph of his son., the island palace-Jal Mahal built by Sawai Madho Singh as a pleasure spot at the centre of the Man Sagar Lake, and the Kanak Vrindavan complex of temples and gardens recently renovated to its pristine glory. To the west of this road, in a narrow valley, is the royal cremation ground at Gaitor. The cenotaphs of all Jaipur rulers, with the exception of Sawai Ishwari Singh, who was cremated outside the Jai Niwas Garden, Were built at this place. The imposing cenotaph of Sawai jai Singh Stands out for its delicate carvings and beautiful shape.

Galta (2.5 km) : Beyond the gardens amidst the low hill guarding the city lies the old pilgrim centre of Galtaji, Temples, pavilions and holy kunds (natural springs and reservoirs) dot the serene green landscape. The small temple of the Sun god, built by Diwan Kriparam on top of the highest peak, is visible form all parts of the city.

Ramgarh Lake (32 km north east) A huge artificial lake created by constructing a high bund amidst tree covered hills. While the temple of Jamwa Mata and the ruins of the old fort are some of its antiquities, its beautiful landscape, especially during in oils pools, makes it an idyllic picnic spot.

Samode (40 km north west ) : The beautiful Samode Palace, has been rebuilt and renovated and provides a fine example of the Rajput haveli architecture and is an ideal spot for outings.

Sanganer (16') km : Located on the Tonk road. This small town is entered through the ruins of two 'Tripolias' or triple-gateways. The town has a ruined palace and a group of Jain temples with fine carvings. Entry to the temples is restricted. The town is an important centre for craft, industry and produces some of the finest hand printed textiles from units of block and screen printers. This textile is popular all over the country and abroad. On the Ajmer Road, the ground level fort is still in good shape. it is noted for its hand printed handloom industry using simple techniques. The designs of these hand complicated are in earthy hues.

Vidyadhar's Garden : Nestled in a narrow valley, this beautiful garden was built in honour of jai Singh's chief architect and town planner.

Department of Tourism, Government of India (DOTGOI) - State Hotel, Khasa Koth, Jaipur. Tel. - +(91)-141-372200