The palaces of JaipurBuilt in 1799 to house the courtesans, this pink building is also called the palace of the winds. Martin Siepmann/ age fotostock
The sumptuous palaces are equally part and parcel of Rajasthan's lovely sceneries. The extravagant lifestyle of the Maharajahs compelled several palace owners of the area to convert part or all of their palaces into luxury hotels and museums. It is thus an opportunity for tourists to taste the true pageantry of the royal citadels.