Experience Blue Hues Of The Pink City!

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

This is the season to bleed blue! Royals are back with a bang and Jaipurites are cheering for blue. Whilst you plan to go to the stadium, you might face a lot of blue and white uniformed policemen, who will be there to guide your way. The Pink City’s mood is turning into white and blue this summer and we decided to present to you, the unique places in Jaipur that are based on the same theme.

Bar Palladio

An ode to the Italian style and cuisine, Bar Palladio is that wonder place that takes you on a fantasy world of its own. You look left or right, top or bottom; all you will see is the soothing colour of blue and white. So give a pleasure to your eyes and make your evenings special tonight !

World Trade Park

Have you seen the evolving city of Jaipur? If not, then you must definitely visit World Trade Park, one of the rising gems of the city. With a plethora of entertainment sources and wide array of food along with being a favourite spot among Jaipurites for the brands that this place holds, World Trade Park is that apple of the eye that no one can afford to miss.

Jai’pour Café & Bar

Enter the world of Jai’pour, the exotic Greek themed café and bar that will make you forget about you being in the capital city of a desert. Soak up the sun in the sunbathed blues and melt into the starlit skies and make your parties unique only at Jai’pour Café & Bar.

Badal Mahal

Situated in the City Palace Complex, Badal Mahal (Cloud Palace) is one of those rare architectural marvels that give you all illusion of cloud like picture formation wherever you look. Finest piece of artworks and paintings are a great attraction for tourists here, where wind keeps on blowing naturally inside the palace.

Pic courtesy: Noah Lehava

Diggi Palace

Situated in the heart of the Pink City lies a land that is pure and natural, Diggi Palace which is till now owned by the royals of the Diggi, offers more than you seek for. The beautiful façade and the majestic location will make you relive the heritage of yester years. Moreover, it hosts the “Greatest Literary Show On Earth” , Jaipur Literature Festival where people from all walks of life come to attend the show from all the world.

Asteria

With the concept of reintroducing drinks with a twist to Jaipur, Asteria is a roof-top lounge that has music for every kind of soul. The best part is that you can choose your place to sit right from the terrace to your own couch to a private two-seater, Asteria offers them all.

So set your mood to blue and white this summer season and feel it in the air !

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5 Interesting Facts About Royal Amer Fort

April 28, 2018April 28, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

As regal as can be, Jaipur’s magnificent Amer Fort rightly personifies the city’s Rajputana culture. The famous Amer Fort is one of the most visited forts in Rajasthan and also registered as UNESCO World Heritage site. Located 11 km away from the city, the fort is located on a high Aravalli hilltop. The Maota lake outside the fort adds a certain charm to the entire fort.

Also, for all the history buffs out there – do you know that Amer was the capital of the state before Jaipur? Intrigued enough! Come, explore our stunning Amer Fort with some super cool facts presented to you by Jaipur Beat.

Heritage as old as 1592 A.D.

The impeccable Amer Fort was built by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century. This magnificent marvel made of red sandstone and marble was later renovated by its successive rulers. While many old parts of the fort have been either destroyed or replaced by other pieces, the humongous Amer Fort truly speaks volume about its royal history.

Magnificent Architecture

The Amer Fort is a marvellous blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture. The fort mainly comprises of four different parts. The main entrance to the fort is through ‘Suraj Pol’ or Sun Gate which opens directly in the main courtyard. The ‘Jaleb Chowk ‘ is one of the main courtyards with ‘Shitla Mata’ temple situated in the main palace ground. The second courtyard is famous for its spectacular – ‘Diwan-i-Aam’, ‘Sheesh Mahal’ and ‘Sukh Mahal’.

Spectacular Sheesh Mahal

One of the most striking parts of the fort is its Mirror Palace or Sheesh Mahal. Meant for the queen’s stay, this place is carved with glass paintings and beautiful flowers. Also, with the thousands of attached mosaic mirrors, the interior of Sheesh Mahal appears to be glittering like shiny stars.

Picturesque Kesar Kyari

The epitome of beauty, Kesar Kyari is a Mughal garden which is part of Maota Lake. Built in a star-shaped form, this garden with its splendid flora is sure to win the hearts of the visitors. Full-bloomed seasonal flowers are planted in the garden to give a breath-taking ornate feel to the magnificent Amer Fort.

Incredible Elephant Rides and Light & Sound Show

To make the most of your visit to Amer Fort, it’s a must to enjoy the spectacular elephant safari. Giving you a skyline view of the city, a colorfully decorated elephant safari is must if you want to imbibe in the cultural heritage of the city.

The popular Light and Sound show at the Amer Fort depicts the royal history of Jaipur screened at the facade of the grand Amer Fort. During the 50-minute show, the colorful lights illuminate the structure and reflect beautifully on Maota Lake, depicting the legendary past of the Amer Fort which is dating back to more than 600 years!!

Show Timings: English- 7:00 p.m. onwards and Hindi- 8:00 p.m. onwards

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11 Things To Not Forget While Travelling To Jaipur

April 27, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

Jaipur….Naam to suna hoga 🙂 The capital of Rajasthan and the largest Indian State- Jaipur is the land of vibrant colors, marvellous architectures, monuments and palaces. With so much written and seen about this place in history pages and in movies most people think, they know everything about Jaipur City.

But let us tell you, many times, they are mistaken, absolutely and entirely. Let’s see Pink City from a little different perspective through the eyes of Jaipur Beat.

Everyone does not speak Marwari or English. Majority speaks Hindi

As soon as you enter the Pink City, don’t assume that everyone here will greet you with Marwari or English. Majority of the people here are Hindi speaking, so it is better if you speak to them in Hindi. (If you know)

Don’t feel pressured by honking or traffic

While commuting in Jaipur, be ready to face someone overtaking you from left, crossing red lights, over speeding or honking without any reason. Be prepared because there are no drills to deal with it. Avoid driving on your own instead hire a cab or an auto.

Buy liquor before 8 p.m.

Don’t assume that Jaipur is a city with no party culture. We do party and prepare for that in advance as in Jaipur, liquor shops close sharp at 8 p.m. Don’t forget to stock all your liquor before 8 p.m.

Don’t litter

Jaipurites are trying hard to fight this habit of littering around. So dare you to think of littering Jaipur, because ‘Swachhta Song’ is our daily alarm. So, don’t even dare to mess with the cleanliness of the city.

Fashion is great but dress according to the weather

We have the liberty of enjoying each and every weather. The temperature is extremely hot in summers, humid in monsoon and chilly in winters. Don’t just pack your bags thinking you are going to desert state of Rajasthan which is famous for its deadly summers.

Authentic food is too spicy

We can imagine your love for authentic food but, don’t forget that the authentic spicy food, be it Laal Maans or Pyaaz Ki Kachori, Mirchi Bada or street side Gol gappas, will get you burning stomach pains. Beware guys else carry your antacid!

Take the flavours of both new and old city

Have planned your city tour on the basis of heritage monuments, gates and other historical points and city bazaars? Change it now, don’t miss to see the new gate of Jawahar circle or WTP or take a metro ride to experience Pink City from newer perspective.

Live the day but don’t miss the nightlife

Elephant ride to Amer or Light and Sound show? Albert Hall in the daytime to enjoy the sight with multitudes of pigeon flying or at night with mesmerising royal glory? Some choices are difficult to make. Jaipur is one off city which is to be visited for its beauty in the daytime as well as at night. So, don’t miss it and spend at least one night in the city.

Extra cash and ATM cards

Sab Kuch to sab jagah milta hai but when you’re in Jaipur you will get stuff which is not easily available in your city. The busy market streets from handmade to flagship stores makes this place as one of the best places on earth to shop. Don’t regret later that you’re not carrying enough cash to splurge.

Dal Baati is not our staple

Like any other traveller, even a Jaipurite eats Dal Baati occasionally. It’s not our staple food. We too survive on dal roti 🙂

People here are humble

Last but not the least, the people that you meet in Jaipur are humble and always ready to help. You are entering the city which is filled with sweetness and modesty.

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8 Street Food Places To Try In Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur

April 26, 2018April 26, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

We know Jaipurites love it and so do we! A mere thought of hot-crispy Aloo Tikkis and tangy Gol Gappe make our mouths water. A sight of Pao Bhaji loaded with Amul butter gives our taste buds a new high, an Icy cold Chuski quench our thirst in one go.

Guys are you getting foodgasm already?!

Arre Vaishali walon sunte ho!!…. this time, your favorite Jaipur Beat decided to walk down the streets of Vaishali Nagar, to try out the finger-licking street food and give you its first-hand experience.

Utterly-Butterly Pav Bhaji

If there is one food item, that we would recommend to our readers, it would definitely be trying Bhaji Pav on the streets of Vaishali Nagar. Priced at a nominal price of Rs. 50 and with the perfect mix of masalas, butter and flavors; Pav Bhaji is definitely our eternal favorite for mid-day hunger pangs!

Gol Gappe

They say love comes in all shapes and sizes, but for all the girls out there we bet it always looks like a Gol Gappa. Loaded with the Pani Puri stalls, Vaishali Nagar is a heaven for all the Pani-Puri lovers. Pani of the Puri is available in flavors like – Jeera, Lehsun, Pudina, Hajma, and Regular. Also, guys when it comes to Pani Puri it’s always from the Thele wale Bhaiya; who eats Puchkas in a fancy restaurant! Come on ! Does hygienic Pani Puri even exists !!

Delicious Dabeli

Gujjus and Mumbaikars favorite, Dabeli nowadays is ruling the streets of Jaipurites. Loaded with the Aloo masala, Anar dana and Peanuts on top, Dabeli in Vaishali Nagar is must for your ‘Choti-Wali-Hunger‘. Priced at Rs. 20, Dabeli is even easy on your pocket.

Smoking Hot Paneer Tikkas And Soya Chaap

Marinated in the goodness of curd and masalas, the BBQ Paneer tikkas are must for all. Full of protein, these juicy and delicious tikkas in Vaishali Nagar cost approx. Rs. 60 for a full plate. The smoked capsicum and onions also add to the heavenly taste of these Paneer Tikkas.

Burgers At Burger Buggy

The unique concept of Food trucks is finally here in our very own Vaishali Nagar. The burgers at Burger Buggy comes in 2 sizes and priced at a decent price range. Whether you want an extra-cheese or some extra cabbage, they can customise your burger as per your taste.

Icy Chuski

Kala Jamun ho ya Kala Khatta aur ya ho Gulab, our humble Chuski comes in more flavors than your branded ice-creams. With colorful flavors added to the shaved ice, a Chuski a day will definitely make your day!

Cool Maushambi Juice

Garmi ka Mausam ho aur Juice ki Baat na ki, Aisa Kaise ho Sakta hai! Icy-cold Sweet Lemon juice is must if you want to beat the Jaipur heat. Power-packed with Vitamin C, the Mausami Juice in Vaishali Nagar is must for good health and taste.

Hatke Matka Kulfi

Your visit to the streets of Vaishali Nagar is incomplete unless you have slurped down the super yummy Matka Kulfi. Loaded with the goodness of ‘Kesar-Pista‘, Matka kulfi is definite must-have for people of all age groups.

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Idyllic End to GITB’18 midst the Travel Fraternity!

April 24, 2018April 25, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

We all have our own travel wish list or ‘been there’ list prominently etched in our minds. Be it a backpacking trip, a weekend trip to some beach or a vacation with family. We all have that undying desire for travel and adventure; in the middle of nowhere at least once in a lifetime. But every travel needs to be carefully planned.

The 10th Edition of the Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB-2018), organized jointly by the Rajasthan Government and FICCI in Jaipur that ended today, perfectly displayed the globetrotting ways. The travel fair also provided inspiration for ultimate travel destinations.

Pre-scheduled in the two-day plan of The Great Indian Travel Bazaar there were atleast 11,000 buyers-sellers B2B meetings held at the GITB-2018.

With the largest choice of exhibitors and a huge variety of holiday and travel options on offer, GITB inspires to discover new destinations and adventures from the experts. The beautifully decorated pavilions, a line-up of incredible talks, presentations and panel sessions from a host of leading hoteliers, covered an array of journeys to every part of India.

The 10^th edition of The Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) ended with euphoria among the travel trade.

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Time to Find Your Home In the Calm Oasis at Ongoing Credai Exhibition in Jaipur!

April 20, 2018April 20, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

Jaipur which is known for its culturally rich heritage has emerged as the topmost destinations to invest in real estate. It has a perfect balance of the comforts of metro city and ease of rural life as it is connected with national highways. Jaipur is situated on the confluence of the Golden triangle making it a lucrative city to invest into.

Choosing a property for investment or for living purpose is a herculean task but now is the best time as CREDAI Rajasthan – the state’s only registered apex body for real estate developers is having 7^th Real Estate Expo 2018 ‘ Ready Possession Property Show’ starting from 20^th April at Birla Auditorium, Jaipur. At this 3-day property fair, the prime builders of Rajasthan are participating including Akshat Apartments Pvt. Ltd, UDB, Trimurty Builders, Udayraj, Mangalam, and many more.

Jaipur which was limited to ‘Parkota’ or wall city at one point in time; now has grown manifolds in all the directions – North, East, South West. Ajmer road, Kota road, Agra road and Delhi road. The preference of people of having homes inside the city have changed now and they look for a calm oasis outside the hustle bustle of the city. There are many prime properties in the outskirts but the one that caught our attention which is full of world-class amenities, and nature abundant residential nest is Akshat Kanota Estate. (Watch this movie)

Stretched in an area of 1,70,000 sq. yrds Akshat Kanota Estate can grab everyone’s attention for its beautiful location and multiple features like-

Safety

In today’s time, the first thing that strikes your mind is safety and security. Need not to worry when you make it to the Akshat Kanota Estate. One of the main features of living in a luxury apartment is tight security in the form of trained security personnel and security equipment like CCTV’s and alarms that ensure safety, thus providing a safe environment for its residents.

2. Luxurious Interiors

Fully designed keeping Vastu Shastra in mind, the apartments are unique with its spacious, plush and luxurious interiors. With wide windows for proper intake of sunlight, a balcony to spend some time with oneself, bright decorated sitting rooms to keep you away from the dullness is all you require to make your day amidst the luxurious apartments.

Clubhouse Facilities

Once you become a part of the Akshat family, the door to all the facilities at Akshat Kanota Estate opens. The high-end facilities include a fully air-conditioned Clubhouse with a high-class gym to keep you fit, a spa to relax your tiredness, a swimming pool to beat the summer heat, cafeteria with an open banquet, billiards room and a lot more to keep you engage all day.

Healthy Surroundings

Surrounded by the Aravalli ranges, Akshat Apartments provide a landscape view. With the plush green gardens for you and your children to sit, stroll, play and socialize and breathe fresh air.

Parking Availability

Apartment’s chief feature is parking availability with everything in and around you. Akshat Apartments is a gated township providing assigned parking areas, you are stress-free from all the outdoor disturbance of honking, parking in the wrong area, thus making you and your car both safe. Akshat Apartments also provides a separate parking for your guests so that they don’t bother.

At last, if you plan to visit Credai Rajasthan’s Real Estate Expo, don’t miss to visit stall number G6.

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9 Reasons Why 40 Degrees In Jaipur Can Be Exciting

April 19, 2018April 19, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

We are almost on the verge of reaching a temperature of 40 degrees and although you hate it when the heat goes a notch up or when you think there is no point of taking a shower as you will be drenched in sweat by the time you get dressed, there are some things that make these hot months worthwhile in Jaipur.

1. Sleep till late

Sleep all you want, once you have reached home from a tiring day at school. Especially when the weekend arrives, no one wakes you up early morning and by the time you wake up, half of the blazing day is gone 🙂

2. Go To World Trade Park and settle there

No electricity ? No problem ! World Trade Park hai na 😉 Just go there and chill in the air conditioned mall along with some window shopping and snacks for as long as you want to stay 🙂

3. Slap anyone and blame it on mosquitoes

Try this one at your own risk 😉

4. No one says no to Cold Drinks

5. Perfect excuse to run through the water sprinklers in gardens

Let the child inside you jump out and run through the water sprinklers till you are drenched 🙂

6. Throw snowballs at Snowpark in Jaipur

Summers are here, and there is no better time to visit Snow Planet in Malviya Nagar.

7. The electricity department definitely gains a lot

Due to the high usage of electricity especially air conditioners, electricity department has a gala time in summers !

8. Heatstroke is an all-time excuse for not showing up at work/school

Don’t want to go to office tomorrow? Heat stroke is your favorite excuse 😉

9. Your parents won’t ask you to go out and play

So you get a chance to stick to your lazy bed/sofa and play games on your mobiles and laptops as your parents would be scared to send you outside due to loo !

*Written by young school students – Rishabh, Pranay, Bhavya, Aryan who were interning with us at Jaipur Beat.

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9 Heritage Sites In Jaipur That Will Blow Your Mind Away

April 18, 2018April 18, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

Rajasthan is blessed with the marvellous monuments and heritage sites. For which, we can’t thank enough our royals and the architects of building these heritage sites. Today on the International Day for Monuments and Sites, let’s dedicate this beautiful wealth to our ancestors by taking a look at the royal and rich history of our monuments, which are an evidence of bygone era.

Hawa Mahal

Carved out of red and pink sandstone, this marvelous piece of architecture is recognized as the tallest building in the world built without a foundation. Constructed for the purpose of festivals and processions being watched by royal ladies without been seen, Hawa Mahal has about 953 windows from where the ladies could see the happenings of the city.

City Palace

Based on a fusion of the Vastu Shastra of the Indian architecture, combining Mughal, Rajput and European styles, City Palace was built by the founder of Jaipur- Sawai Jai Singh II. Some of its parts are opened for public by the royal family of Jaipur, who still owns the palace. The most attractive part of the Palace is its four gates that represents the four seasons of the year.

Jaigarh Fort

Providing a great view of the entire Aravalli range, Jaigarh Fort is known for holding the largest canon on wheels in the world. It is situated at a distance of 15 km from the main Jaipur city and is popularly known for not being conquered by anyone in the battles that it has witnessed.

Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar, Jaipur is considered to be one of the largest observatories out of all the 5 in the entire nation. Recognized as the world heritage site by UNESCO, Jantar Mantar is also filmed in many national and international movies, gaining a great shooting spot for movies.

Nahargarh Fort

A blend of Indian and European style of architecture, Nahargarh Fort was built as a retreat on the hilltop at that time. Providing a stupendous view of the city, Nahargarh Fort was built strategically to provide protection to the royal family of Jaipur. Also, Heritage Water Walks have been started at Nahargarh by individuals and Tourism Department of Rajasthan to inculcate the habit of water conservation among people.

Albert Hall

Opened as a concert hall in 1876, Albert Hall was then turned into a Museum to promote the local artisans’ work. Soon after that, the museum gained its popularity not only for its exquisite collection but also for its splendid architecture.

Gaitore

Delicate carvings on each cenotaph of the Gaitore are unique and have an exclusive quality of architecture that grabs the attention of the visitor. It was known as the cremation ground of the Kachhwaha Rajputs of Jaipur, the most popular royal families in Rajasthan. Plan a day out at Gaitore, located at a distance of 16 km from Jaipur and enjoy the intricate patterns engraved in the walls and domes.

Jal Mahal

A five storied structure built with stones and walls thick enough that no water seeps in, Jal Mahal is situated at a place from where on one side you can watch monuments, temples and hills and on the other side, the hustle bustle of the city. Beautifully lit up at night, Jal Mahal is a must included place for every tourist planning to visit Jaipur.

Amer Fort

One of the most romantic palaces in Jaipur, Amer Fort looks like a magical castle of a fairyland in the Maota Lake. Enlisted as the UNESCO World Heritage Site under the category “Hill Forts of Rajasthan”, Amer Fort even provides elephant rides from the foot of the hill.

If you think that Jaipur has no night life, let us tell you that a lot of these heritage sites have started with night tourism. So be it day or night, paying a visit to these sites is always a pleasure to your eye.

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5 Pool Places In Jaipur To Take A Dip This Summer

April 17, 2018April 17, 2018 AdminLeave a comment

The bright summer days are finally here, and all the Jaipurites are looking for ways to beat the scorching heat. Whether you are chilling at home under the ACs or enjoying super chilled popsicles, but definitely nothing beats the relief of immersing under the crystal blue water to cool off!

So guys, either you want to learn some serious swimming strokes or just a splash in the pool, a swimming class helps in building strength, agility, and maintaining weight! We, at Jaipur Beat are sharing our 5 top picks for the best swimming classes in the Pink City.

Jai Club

Pic Courtesy: Jai Club

Jai Club is well known amongst the elite crowd of Pink City offering highest level facilities to its club members as well as to the outsiders. The pool here is a semi-Olympic standard with an attached filtration plant and is usually crowded in the evenings. The club provides swimming classes for the young children as well, wherein efficiently trained coaches are available throughout the session.

Where: Near Raj Mandir, MI Road

Rajasthan University Swimming Pool

Pic Courtesy: U.O.R.

The University swimming pool complex is a great place to learn swimming. With a nominal fee structure for the students and outsiders, the facilities here are on par with that of any other place. The swimming pool is hygienic with the depth ranging from 3ft to 15ft. Various showers, lockers and separate changing rooms for men and women along with well-trained coaches, the pool here lives up to the international standards.

Where: J.L.N. Marg

Kanoria College

Pic Courtesy: Kanoria College

The women’s college- Kanoria is a reputed name amongst the Jaipurites. The college has great health club facilities only for females, which include a clean swimming pool with an automatic filtration plant. The center also provides a qualified female coach throughout the swimming class.

Where: Near Gandhi Circle, J.L.N. Marg

Sawai Man Singh Stadium Swimming Pool

Picture Courtesy: SMS Stadium

One of the best and nominally priced swimming classes in Jaipur, SMS Stadium has two international sized swimming pools. The pools are functional throughout the year and have temperature control facilities to ensure the best standards. In order to swim here, you should be a seasoned trainer as the pool depth can reach over 15ft. Though, for the beginners, they do provide a proper training with the availability of safety coaches throughout the session.

Where: Jan Path, Jaipur Nagar Nigam, Lalkothi

Ashta Sports Academy

Picture Courtesy: Ashta Sports Academy

One of the more popular spots to swim, the pool at Ashta Sports academy is clean and well maintained and is Olympic sized. Apart from great trainers, you can also enjoy a host of other facilities, like towels and even swimming gear.

Where: Behind LBS College, Tilak Nagar