The
City Palace of Jaipur, constructed between 1727 and 1732, is a royal residence located in
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. It was the ceremonial and administrative seat of the
Kingdom of Amber, and home of its rulers, from the time of the state's foundation in 1727 by Maharaja
Sawai Jai Singh II until 30 March 1949. The palace continues to be a residence of the royal family of Jaipur and is a popular tourist attraction. This picture shows the
Leheriya gate, one of four intricately designed gates in an inner courtyard of the palace. The gate is dedicated to Hindu god
Ganesha (carved above the door) with the green colour representing the season of spring.
Photograph credit: Jakub Hałun