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Amar Jawan Jyoti
The Amar Jawan Jyoti in Jaipur, Rajasthan is a monument located at Jan Path on the Jaipur Nagar Nigam road. Built to commemorate the soldiers and martyrs from Jaipur who served India during wartime, it is known for its flames that never stop burning.
A structure built in pink sandstone on a black marble pedestal, it was built primarily to pay tribute to all those brave soldiers who fought during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971. It features an upturned rifle covered by a warhead which is surrounded on four corners by torches that burn perpetually and light up the place. These undying flames are representative of the eternal spirit of these brave soldiers who are never forgotten owing to their courage and sacrifice. In the evening, the structure is lit up in colours of the Indian flag. There is a cenotaph here in gold which contains words spoken by the soldiers. There is also a light and sound show in the evening, which is organised in two languages (English and Hindi). Moreover, to know more about the structure and about the wars, visit the on-site museum.
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Gatore ki Chhatriyan
Slightly outside of Jaipur, Gatore ki Chhatriyan is the crematorium grounds for the Kachwahas, a Rajput dynasty. It is set in a tranquil location and consists of a number of beautiful cenotaphs which mark the official cremation spots of the former rulers. The location was designed by Maharaja Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur.
The Gatore compound is characterised predominantly by Vedic architecture with Indo-Persian structural and arcuate building influences. It is on the north side that the crematoriums are located, and they slope southwards. Scattered all around the compound, the cenotaphs appear like beautiful towers as well as shrunken open-air palaces. Their architecture is admirable for each cenotaph is topped off by an umbrella-shaped dome or a chhatri and it is interesting to note that some are made of marble while others of sandstone. Many cenotaphs feature intricate carvings related to nature, battles as well as elephants.
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Jaipur Zoo
A zoological garden in Jaipur, Rajasthan, the Jaipur Zoo is situated close to the Albert Hall Museum and within the Ram Niwas Garden premises. It is is one of the oldest zoos in the country and India’s fourth-largest gharial breeding farm. There is also a small museum within the zoo premises.
The Jaipur Zoo spans an area of approximately 35 acres and houses over 50 species from all over the world. It is divided into two sections of which one comprises mammals while the other comprises reptiles and birds. Visitors can discover over 550 animals and birds here, including leopards, black panthers, pheasants, ducks, Indian pythons, turtles, gharials etc. Jaipur Zoo, owing to its vast expanse of gardens and wildlife, is not only an excellent place for school picnics but also for those interested in zoology and botany.
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Kale Hanuman Ji Ka Mandir
The Kale Hanuman Ji Temple, often known as the Kale Hanuman Ji Ka Mandir, is a Hindu temple in the Chandi ki Taksal neighbourhood of Jaipur, Rajasthan. It is known for housing a unique black statue of Lord Hanuman.
The Kale Human Mandir is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, known for his services to Lord Rama, and is visited by many who come to seek blessings and also to learn about Hindu traditions. The temple is said to be over 1,000 years old, making it one of Jaipur’s oldest, and is known mainly for its stone idol of Lord Hanuman which is black in colour and not red or orange as is usually the case. It is a wonderful place to meditate under the guidance of the temple priest and to learn about spirituality too. One can attend aartis which are regularly organised here as well as many other special ceremonies.
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Patrika Gate
Patrika Gate serves as the entrance to the Jawahar Circle Park and is one of the photographed spots in India. A massive gate famous for its gorgeous architecture, it is characterised by vibrant colours and intricate carvings that symbolise the Rajasthani culture.
The gate, one of nine gates in Jaipur, is a relatively new addition to the city that is made out of pink sandstone on the outside and features a colourful walkway on the inside. Visitors walking underneath would be able to see brightly painted archways, walls and pillars that depict various facts, attractions and scenes from all around Rajasthan. It is an excellent place for photography especially since the gate is surrounded by trees. Furthermore, visitors can enjoy the musical fountain show that is organised in the evenings.
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