By: Jigyasa Kakwani
US Vice President JD Vance is on his official visit to India from April 21 to 24. He is accompanied by his wife, Indian-origin Second Lady Usha Vance, and their three children.
The Vance family began their Jaipur tour on Tuesday by visiting Amer Fort. Here is what makes this fort special, along with more iconic places they are expected to visit:
Amer Fort is a grand fortress built from a blend of pale yellow and pink sandstone. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was once an abode of the rulers of Amer.
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Built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, Hawa Mahal gets its name from an astonishing 953 windows cleverly designed to create a honeycombed cooling system.
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Jantar Mantar is a celestial masterpiece crafted by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. This astronomical observatory stands as a testament to human ingenuity.
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The City Palace is a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. It was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II as part of his ambitious city project.
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Click below for a detailed Jaipur travel itinerary.
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