Location: Cradled by the mighty Aravallis, state capital Jaipur lies on the edge of the Thar Desert in eastern Rajasthan.
Climate: Maximum temperature during the summers (from April to July) reaches a high of around 45 C. Winters have days bathed in strong sunshine and crisp nights where the temperature can touch a low of 5 C.
Altitude: 431 metres above sea level
Local languages: Hindi and Rajasthani
Phone Code: 0141
Best time to visit: October to March when the weather during the day is mild and the sunshine feels divine. The nights can get chilly though!
Local Transport
Taxis and autos are the most convenient ways of moving inside the city. In really congested areas, opt for cycle rickshaws, which are easily available and much cheaper than other transportation modes.
Tourist Office
RTDC Central Reservation Office
Hotel Swagatham Complex, near station, Jaipur
Tel: 0141-2315714
RTDC Tourist Reception Centre
Bikaner House, Pandara Road
New Delhi
Tel: 011-23389525
