Hawa Mahal, also called the 'Palace of winds' is situated in the heart of the city. The palace was made by the king Sawai Pratap Singh for the royal ladies to enjoy the processions and for day to day activities.
It is suggested that the monument has been dedicated to Radha and Lord Krishna, the God of Hindus as the king was a great devotee of Lord Krishna.
The palace is a 5 storeyed building and consist of 152 windows and 953 niches exhibits beautiful inflow and outflow of air.
The palace is a part of City palace complex and can be entered through and archway towards the rear of the building.
An ancient museum is also situated inside the palace, which exhibits a very rare and fine collection of several ancient paintings, handicrafts, monuments etc.
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