The World’s Most Colorful Cities
Jaipur: The Pink City
See the world through rose-colored glasses with a trip to this radiant city in the Rajasthan region of northern India. This historic city, otherwise known as Pink City for its distinctive pastel hues, was painted pink about 150 years ago to commemorate and welcome the arrival of King Edward VII. In fact, the palatial city has retained its glow to this day. Beyond the blooming concrete, Jaipur plays host to vibrant celebrations like the annual Bikaner Camel Festival and, of course, Holi, both making sure to add every color of the rainbow to this otherwise monochromatic cityscape.
A visit to the Ram Niwas Garden at Albert Hall will add plenty of natural hues to this man-made color scheme. Whatever time of year visitors make it out, the Rajasthani-style architecture coated in terracotta, a welcoming and hospitable color, is sure to make the trip worthwhile. While there, make sure to visit the other two corners of the so-called ‘golden triangle,’ Delhi and Agra, to experience the full range of beauty the entire region has to offer.
–Abby L. Johnson