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Hawa Mahal (The Palace of Winds)


Hawa Mahal

The Hawa Mahal, or the "Palace of Wind" built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 A.D. is characterised by elaborate and fanciful architecture.

The broad pyramidical facade comprises five storeys of semi octagonal overhanging windows with perforated screens, domes and spires.




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