Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal (English translation: "The Palace of Winds" or "The Palace of Breeze") is a palace in Jaipur , India. Made with the red and pink sandstone , the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur , and extends to the Zenana , or women's chambers. Hawa Mahal Front of the Hawa Mahal, Jaipur Location within Rajasthan General information Architectural style Rajput Architecture Country India Coordinates 26.9239°N 75.8267°E Completed 1799 Technical details Structural system Red and pink delivered sandstone Design and construction Main contractor Maharaja Pratap Singh The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh , the grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh , who was the founder of Jaipur . [1] He was so inspired by the unique structure of Khetri Mahal that he built this grand and historical palace. It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad. Its unique five floor...

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