Ruler of Amber since the age of 11, Maharaja Jai Singh II was bestowed with title of Maharaja Sawai ("Sawai" means one and a quarter times superior to his contemporaries). He was the founder of #Jaipur city. Believer of astronomy, he built five observatories at #Delhi, #Mathura (in his Agra province), #Benares, #Ujjain (capital of his Malwa province), and his own capital of #Jaipur. Known as #JantarMantar, the observatory in Jaipur is still functional.
Preserving centuries-old traditions: Jaipur's royal family celebrates Gangaur with grace. The annual festival, dedicated to Goddess Gauri, is a symbol of marital happiness and conjugal bliss. The royal family's elaborate processions and rituals showcase their deep-rooted connection to their cultural heritage. . . . 📸 : @yashashtea . . . #galleryjpr #jaipurgallery #jaipur #jaipurindia #culturalheritage #jaipurheritage #jaipurcity #royalfamily #gangaurfestival #jaipurroyalfamily #citypalacejaipur