Also known as the “Pink City”, Jaipur is amongst the most visited tourist destinations in India. In the 2008, Conde Nast Traveller Reader’s Choice Survey, Jaipur was ranked the 7th best place to visit in Asia. It is the capital city of the state of Rajasthan and an important destination of the Golden Triangle tourist circuit with Delhi and Agra being the other two. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthan jewellery, fabric and shoes, possess a timeless quality and are a treasure-trove for the Planned by Vidyadhar Bhattacharya, Jaipur holds the distinction of being the first planned city in India. Renowned globally for its coloured gems, the capital city of Rajasthan combines the allure of its ancient history with all the advantages of a metropolis. Jaipur rises majestically against the backdrop of the forts Nahargarh, Jaigarh and Garh Ganesh Temple. The bustling modern city is one of the three corners of the golden triangle that includes Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.