Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds or the Palace of Breeze is a soul-sucking attraction in the capital city of Rajasthan; Jaipur. No tourist would like to skip this amazing tourist attraction when in Jaipur. That is why it is important to know its timings and entry fees.
Hawa Mahal Timings
It is open on all days of the week. You can plan your trip to Jaipur on any random day and you can visit this place. Although it is open on all days of the week it does have some time restrictions.
The Hawa Mahal is open from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm every day.
Best time to visit Hawa Mahal
Although Hawa Mahal is open from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm, the best time to visit is daytime. The main Idea to build this palace is to stay protected from the heat of Rajasthan. It is so airy that it is popularly known as the “Palace of Winds” or the “Palace of Breeze”.
Hawa Mahal Entry Fees
There is a minimal entry fee at Hawa Mahal of ₹50 for Indians. However, for the same entry fee, a foreign tourist will have to pay ₹200.
How to book tickets in Jaipur?
You can book your tickets on both online and offline platforms. You can also try buying the “Composite ticket” which covers 7 destinations including Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Amer fort, Nahargarh fort, Albert Hall, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh and Vidyadhar Garden.
What is special about Hawa Mahal?
Hawa Mahal is unique and special in many aspects. There is no doubt why it is the best attraction site in the city of Jaipur.
1. Although Hawa Mahal is a 5-five-storeyed building, you will be surprised to know that there are no stairs in the building.
2. The Hawa Mahal is also the tallest building in the world without a foundation.
3. Did you know that this beautiful Palace is dedicated to Lord Krishna? It is believed that the Hawa Mahal is a representation of the crown of Lord Krishna.
Can we go inside the Hawa Mahal?
Yes, we can go inside the Hawa Mahal. The picture we see below is of the back side of the palace. Therefore, you won’t be able to find any entrance on the back side of this edifice.
We can enter the Hawa Mahal from its front side.
How many rooms are there in the Hawa Mahal?
There are basically no rooms in this palace. Instead of rooms, there are Jharokhas or windows in a honeycomb structure. There are a total of 953 Jharokhas in the Hawa Mahal which are highly decorated with intricate filigree.
Conclusion
The Hawa Mahal was originally built for the royal ladies to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street. The architecture is such that the palace remains cool during summer. This red and pink sandstone structure is a treat to the eyes. If you have never visited this amazing palace till now, I must beg you to visit this at least once. I can assure you that you won’t regret it. In fact, you will appreciate its beauty and it will be your lifetime experience.
