6 Secret Locations In Jaipur Perfect For Peace Seekers

The Pink City is steeped in rich history, fragrant with spices, and pulses with energy. It has been enchanting tourists across the globe and lies on the map of many travelers. But often, right in the center of all this zest for life, you would occasionally want solitude. A single spot where you could sit and allow your thoughts to take over. 

If you’re looking to experience complete and utter solitude in Able, this list includes the most breathtaking quiet spots in Jaipur. A wide variety of quiet and timid spots where people do not tend to escape into nature and soak in history. 

So here’s the best places in Jaipur city for experiencing solitude.

1.Nahargarh Fort (Sunrise or Late Evening)

Nahargarh Fort is well known for the stunning view it offers of Jaipur, but it is also one of the best places to seek solitude – if you go there at the right time. A visit in the early morning, right when the sun is about to rise, or late in the evening when most tourists have gone, makes the fort look entirely different.

 The fort, combined with the cool breeze, endless view of the city, and the sound of your footsteps echoing through the empty hall makes it perfect for quiet reflections.

  • Walls were built in 1734 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II as a retreat from busy city life
  • Best time to visit:  Early morning or after sunset for peace
  • Offers stunning views of the skyline of Jaipur
  • The walls extend for miles, so you can find a nice quiet place
  • Historical significance:  Part of Jaipur’s defensive ring along with Amber fort and Jaigarh fort

2.Gaitore Ki Chhatriyan

Located in a remote corner of Jaipur is something truly astonishing. Jaipur ruler’s royal cenotaphs, crafted from marble and sandstone, are located in Gatore Ki Chhatriyan. Royalty with such elegant carved structures to commemorate rulers is scarce.

 These grand structures are silent like a lighthouse standing alone near the shore. Self reflection comes to me when I sit amongst these breathtakingly complex systems, abandoned by the soothing sculpted pillars flying above. 

  • A cluster of exquisite cenotaphs for the rest of the world to gaze at. 
  • Located on the way to Amer Fort, but much less crowded
  • Features Rajput architecture with intricate marble detailing
  • Ideal for photographers looking for an undisturbed historical setting
  • Best time to visit: After lunch for the gentle illuminated golden hour. 

 

3.Chandlai Lake

If swimming is your forte, this is the ideal escape point for all tourists. This serene lake is every birdwatcher’s dream, like a perfect dollhouse. Only 30 kilometers from The City Palace of Jaipur, It is beautifully placed. Perfect for offline nature gazing, lake gazing, skipping and breathing.

  • 45 minutes from the city of Jaipur, it can be found on Tonk road.   
  • This place is home to a range of species from migratory birds to flamingos.  
  • For people looking to visit, the best time would be around sunset or sunrise for there is a magic to every reflection casted by light on the water.   
  • Ideal for those looking to escape the world as the area itself isn’t widely known.  
  • Refrain from expecting commercial establishments as there isn’t any. So it would be best to bring your own refreshments.

4.GaltaJi Temple (Off-Hours Visit)

Galta Ji, popularly referred to as the Monkey Temple, is a prominent pilgrim center, however, it can also be peaceful if you time your visit well. This centuries old temple complex turns into a sanctuary during the early mornings or late afternoons when people start to thin out. The natural water pools, surrounded by Aravali hills, enhance the spiritual and peaceful ambience of the place. 

  • Ancient Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Saint Galav.
  • Composed of 7 sacred water tanks filled by spring water.
  • Infamous for the great numbers of monkeys that frequent the area.
  • Best time for solitude: Early morning before the devotees start coming in.
  • Great views of the city and the bordering hills. 

5.Sisodia Rani Garden

If you are looking for a remote location in natural surroundings, Sisodia Rani Garden is definitely a good fit. As the name suggests, it was constructed for the queen of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II and is in a royal style with Mughal gardens consisting of terraces, pavilions, fountains, and painted walls.

 It is a perfect place to sit with a book and listen to the fantastic sound of scrolling water, as well as enjoy the greenery in isolation. Sisodia Rani Garden is perfect for solitude, especially on weekdays.

  • Constructed in 1728 as a summer palace for the queen of Jaipur
  • Contains multi-leveled gardens, fountains, and pavilions decorated with murals
  • Best time to visit: Weekdays when there are fewer crowds
  • Roughly 10 kilometers from Jaipur along Agra road
  • Great for individual travelers searching for a peaceful getaway in nature

 

6.Jawahar Circle Garden (Morning Hours)

Jawahar Circle Garden is considered to be one of the largest circular parks in Asia. This makes the Jawahar Circle Garden one of the best places in the city to find peace and relax. The garden is usually noisy and crowded during the evening, but the mornings are filled with silence, making it a better time to visit.

 You will most likely notice the calmness from the moment you walk through the well built pathways, gaze at the beautiful fountains, or admire the sunrise over the grand Patrika Gate. The beauty of it will put you at ease.

  • One of the largest circular gardens in Asia, featuring jogging tracks and fountains. 
  • The grand Patrika Gate chills with those wanting to ‘get away from it all’. 
  • Best time for solitude:Early in the day before the masses get out. 
  • While many come here to exercise, there are quieter areas as well. 
  • It can be done at no cost which is advantageous for people living in the city. 

 

Final Thoughts

While Jaipur is popularly known for its vibrant markets and grandiose monuments, there is more to the city than what meets the eye:

 It is a treasure chest of calmness for people who search for it. Sunny historic forts, secret self-effacing cenotaphs, soothing lakes, and a lush, peaceful garden—whatever your fantasy, there’s always a part of the Pink City where you can be totally isolated from all things mundane, yet blissfully in touch with your inner self. 

So next time you are in Jaipur, try to step aside for a little while from the hustle and bustle of the city and put yourself somewhere in the middle of one of these calm locations.

 

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