Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal is one of the most recognizable landmarks of Jaipur and an important example of Rajput architecture. Built from red and pink sandstone, the five-storey palace forms part of the City Palace complex and stands along the edge of the old city.

The palace is particularly famous for its honeycomb-like façade containing 953 intricately designed jharokhas. These small windows allowed air to circulate through the building and helped keep the interiors cooler during Jaipur's hot summers.

The jharokhas also allowed royal women to observe street life, processions and festivals without being easily seen from outside. The building combines elements of Rajput and Islamic-Mughal architectural traditions.

Hawa Mahal was completed in 1799 during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. It was designed by architect Lal Chand Ustad.

See one of Jaipur's most iconic architectural landmarks.
Admire the famous 953-window honeycomb façade.
Experience traditional Rajput and Mughal architectural influences.
Learn about the lifestyle of the royal women of Jaipur.
Enjoy views of the Pink City from the palace.
Photograph one of India's most recognizable heritage buildings.

Photograph the famous eastern façade.
Explore the interior of the palace.
Walk through the jharokha-lined areas.
See the colourful glasswork and architectural details.
Enjoy views of Jaipur's old city.
Visit the archaeological museum located within the courtyard.