Hawa Mahal is a major landmark and a famous tourist attraction of Jaipur
The literal meaning of Hawa Mahal is Palace of Winds
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
Hawa Mahal was believed to be build for the women of the Royal Families, since they had to observe strict "purdah" (cover).
The literal meaning of Hawa Mahal is Palace of Winds
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
Hawa Mahal was believed to be build for the women of the Royal Families, since they had to observe strict "purdah" (cover).