HAWA MEHAL

in #history7 years ago

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Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur, India, so named because it was essentially a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside.

When was it built: 1799

Who built it: Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh

Where is it located: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Why was it built: For the royal women to enjoy the events and festivals in the street

Architectural Style: Blend of Hindu Rajput architecture and the Islamic Mughal architecture

Visit Timing: Daily, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Click this link to know morehttp://www.culturalindia.net/monuments/hawa-mahal.html

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