Jaipur
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Through a beautiful sculpted Hindu archway, I gaze over the Aravalli Hills that litter the Rajasthani landscape. The hills stretch approximately 560 km from northeast to southwest Rajasthan, and then continue as isolated hills and ridges into the state of Haryana (formerly part of the state of Punjab) and near Delhi. The highest point is on Mt Abu, and is known as Guru Shikar. It rises 5653 feet (1.72 km). The hill range is further divided into the Sambhar-Sirohi and the Sambhar-Khetri ranges. The peaks of the Aravalli Hills are famous for their white peaks, formed not by snow, but by large masses of rose coloured quartz. / __ Dedicated to Marnie Kaur Sidhu, a friend who helped me through picking a new domain/flickr name (and helped me name a business in the past) :) / : at Jaigarh Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
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A row of arches overlooking the hills, Amber Fort; Jaipur, Rajasthan. This fort served as the capital for the Maharajas of this region, until Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh felt that the time was right to start a new city, which he named after himself – Jaipur. His reasoning was based on the fact that he had entered into an agreement with the fierce Mughal rulers based in nearby Agra (now in Uttar Pradesh) to marry his daughter to a prince – this lead to peace, and him being the Commander of the Mughal Army. As Mughal power waned he felt it was safe to expand his kingdom and seat of power. There are a number of forts in Jaipur including the older Jaigarh Fort, next to this one, and the newer City Palace which was established once the city was built. Part of this palace is also open to the public and the current (titleless) Maharaja resides there when he is not in the UK.
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Jaipur, India
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In Jaipur at the famous Palace of Winds. The building was used as a harem and it forms part of the Jaipur City Palace . Its original intention was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen.
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Monkeys at piece with the world from their perch at the Monkey Temple that overlooks Jaipur, India
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This is “uncut” because I have another version that is a bit more edited… so this wqould be the clean version
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An Indian Holy Man in a colorful doorway – Rajasthan, India.
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A turbaned man stands in a typical painted doorway – Udaipur. Rajasthan – India.
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A back alley in Bundi – Rajasthan, India.
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A merchant at a colorful vegetable market – Rajasthan, India
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A colorful produce salesman – Rajasthan, India.
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India
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Hawa Palace: Palace of Winds Featured on the main page of art section on jan282009 /
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A Rajasthani man lost in thought – Jodhpur. Rajasthan – India.
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Jaipur, / Rajasthan / India date added April2, 2009 / Featured Work / Palace of Winds / Amongst thorns we ripen / Day Begins / Sky Wheel / On the road again / Go
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Palace of Winds aka Hawa Mahal / Jaipur / India / April 19, 2009 Featured Work / Palace of Winds / Amongst thorns we ripen / Day Begins / Sky Wheel / On the road again / Go
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Drowsy afternoon in Jaipur ,India. / Watercolour and pastel FEATURED IN FASCINATING PURPLE group 9th October 2009
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Jaipur / India / Date Added April 25 2009
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Hawa Mahal is a major landmark and a famous tourist attraction of Jaipur. The Palace offers a beautiful sight to behold. The splendid Rajputana architecture of Hawa Mahal, still speaks the glory of the royal family. However, one can also find a glimpse of Mughal architecture, which is blended perfectly to make it different from others. The literal meaning of Hawa Mahal is Palace of Winds. Hawa Mahal was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. Hawa Mahal is a pyramid-shaped facade with five stories. It has 953 small windows decorated with tiny lattice work. These pink sandstone windows commonly known as “Jharokhas” are constructed in such a style, that it looks like a giant honeycomb. The air circulation through windows represents the marvelous touch of Mughal designing, which keeps the Palace always cool. The small screened balconies and arched roofs with hanging cornices enhance the beauty of the Palace. The Pyramidal outline and replication of pattern makes it more attractive in appearance. As a matter of fact, Hawa Mahal is believed to build for the women of the Royal Families, since they had to observe strict “purdah” (cover). The small windows and screened balconies serve the women to watch processions and different activities taking place on the streets. In this manner, the women could enjoy a sense of freedom without showing themselves. Early morning is considered as the best time to visit the Palace, when it is drenched in the golden light of the Sun. At this time, Hawa Mahal appears incredible. One cannot possibly describe the beauty of the Palace in words. The golden light of the early morning sun floats beautifully through the windows of this palace creating a wonderful sight for one and all. The palace has to be visited to experience the true beauty.
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Facade taken at Jaipur Palace, Rajasthan, India / 7th Place Mood & Ambiance Group “Grand” Challenge / 531 VIEWS on 05/11/2009
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Came across the light when lost in the bowels of Amber Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
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Facade of old photography studio, Jaipur, Rajastan, India
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Candid shot of a shy boy outside a guest house in Jaipur, India. Canon 450D / 18-200 / ISO 400 120mm f/5.6 1/80
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Shot with Canon DSLR As is. In top 10 Window & Door Shapes challenge in Aug 2009.
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