Hindustan Times·India

Hawa Mahal’s 953 windows help cool Jaipur palace

Summarised by Spiced Kopi · 04 November 2026, 10:28 UTC ·11 sec listen

Built in Jaipur in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, Hawa Mahal is known for its 953 jharokhas, or windows. Their design helps cool the palace, and the building is often called the world's tallest without a foundation.

This card is an AI-assisted summary of reporting published by Hindustan Times. Read the original report before relying on it for medical, legal, financial, safety, or emergency decisions.