rajastan: behold the glory of the maharajas
Jaipur was a very different place than Delhi. Less dirt, less grit, more sun. Though the architectural style is still heavily influenced by the Mughal style, one can perceive the distinct influence of the local princes (maharajas). They still own most of these princely properties, having cooperated rather than fought the dominant forces that ran India during the ages.
the 'wind palace', where the maharaja kept his harem. These windows through which they could look out on the world but the world could not look back.
Ancient Observatory, where the accurate time was measured using the sun within seconds.
The City Palace, where the current maharaja still lives.
The Amber Fort
We also caught a bollywood movie "Love Aaj Kal" no English subtitles... but we got the idea... EVERYONE BUGRA!
streets and scenes
people
always wanted to do that... ON TO AMRITSAR!