Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds, was built in 1799 in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. This five-story structure, made of red and pink sandstone, features 953 small windows, allowing royal women to observe street festivities without being seen. Its unique design also facilitates natural ventilation, keeping the palace cool.

Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds, was built in 1799 in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. This five-story structure, made of red and pink sandstone, features 953 small windows, allowing royal women to observe street festivities without being seen. Its unique design also facilitates natural ventilation, keeping the palace cool.


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