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Once the seat of the Maharajas of Rajasthan, Jaipur is a city purpose-built to display royal grandeur.<\/span><\/p>\n

Situated on the edge of the Thar Desert, Jaipur is much more than a fantastic example of Indian Vastu shastra architecture. The city’s wide streets and interconnecting boulevards play host to a blend of desert heritage, colourful tradition and fiery cuisine. <\/span><\/p>\n

India’s Pink City<\/span><\/h2>\n

Jaipur’s moniker as India’s Pink City isn’t a metaphor for a desert sunset (though that’s worth checking out on its own). In 1876, to celebrate a visit by the then Prince of Wales, many of the city’s old buildings were painted a pinkish terracotta – the colour of warmth and welcome. The net effect is astonishing and makes Jaipur one of the most photo-friendly tourist destinations in all India. <\/span><\/p>\n

A city of palaces and forts<\/span><\/h2>\n

Generations of Rajasthani Maharajas and their families called Jaipur home, and in the finest tradition of royalty, many decided to construct their take on palatial grandeur.<\/span><\/p>\n

More recently many of the city’s palaces have seen new life as public buildings and boutique heritage hotels, including Karma’s very own Jaipur retreat, Karma Haveli. <\/span><\/p>\n

Must-see buildings include the City Palace and the Amber Fort. Situated eleven kilometres from Jaipur, the Amber Fort is the original grand building of the region, a sprawling edifice of red sandstone and marble, while the City Palace in the heart of Jaipur was once the main seat of the Maharajas themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Karma<\/p>\n

Desert fire on the plate<\/span><\/h2>\n

Rajasthani cuisine was shaped by the hard people – and the harsh environment – of Rajasthan. \u00a0Favourite dishes include Laas Maal – which translates as ‘Red Meat’ and gets its name from the almost too liberal use of fiery red chillies \u00a0– and Dal Bati, a simple soup of mixed lentils served with piping hot whole wheat bread rolls.
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Colourful traditions<\/span><\/h2>\n

The people of Jaipur love a good festival, and religious and cultural events are a central part of family life. By far the most famous festival is the yearly Elephant Festival, held on the day of Holi.<\/span><\/p>\n

The event features elephant polo and dancing, while owners dress up their elephants in a vibrant, kaleidoscopic array of different colours and patterns. In more recent times, the government has ensured the large, friendly elephants are treated with utmost respect.<\/span><\/p>\n

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