What are the things to do when visiting Jaipur?

Top historical sites:

• Amber Fort: Massive hilltop fort with mirror palace and stunning views
• Hawa Mahal: Five-story "Palace of Winds" with 953 small windows; the pink city icon
• City Palace: partly a royal residence; houses museums with royal artifacts
• Jantar Mantar: UNESCO World Heritage astronomical observatory
• Nahargarh Fort: Best sunset panoramic views over the city

Shopping:

• Johari Bazaar: Gems and Rajasthani jewelry
• Bapu Bazaar: Textiles and juttis (leather shoes)
• Tripolia Bazaar: Lac bangles and brasswork

Food:

• Dal Baati Churma quintessential Rajasthani meal
• Ghewar traditional Rajasthani sweet
• Lassiwala on M.I. Road legendary thick lassi

Experiences:

• Chokhi Dhani cultural village with traditional entertainment
• Jaipur Literature Festival (January) one of the world's largest free literary events