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Chandni138
Jaipur, India65 contributions
Dec 2021
The entrance is from the Atish Bazaar. The ticket window is on the first level, and there is discount for students (on showing them a valid Student ID).
They will allow upto 8-10 people to go up in one go. There is a narrow ramp to climb up. The view from the top chhattri is totally worth the climb!
They will allow upto 8-10 people to go up in one go. There is a narrow ramp to climb up. The view from the top chhattri is totally worth the climb!
Written August 5, 2022
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ludovicvn
Lier, Belgium680 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
This “Tower to Heaven” is a good place to start your Jaipur visit : climb to the top of the tower (50m) and you see all Jaipur attractions at a glance in 360 degrees. Not a “must do” , but “nice to visit”. Open all days , 9h30AM – 4h00PM, entrance fee 20Rs/pp (0,25euro), 10Rs/camera; visittime : 30 minutes.
Written October 29, 2014
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Kris H
Oldenzaal, The Netherlands121 contributions
A wonderfull view over jaipur. It's a just behind the main road. Go under the gate and take a direct right turn. You would think your at the wrong place. Buy after 50 meter go right inside a corridor. Above the entrance is a sign standing jaipur tourist place (or something like that). Entree fee is just 20 rp pp and 10 per camera. At the top there where no tourist, great view and a nice wind. Go here.
Written September 26, 2014
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Luke L
Singapore, Singapore280 contributions
Mar 2013 • Solo
Date of Visit: 25th Mar 2013
Fees: 20 INR (adult entry)
I don't see any references to Swargasuli Tower there. On the slab, the minaret was described as Isarlat.
+ point:
(1) Very beautiful 360 degrees panoramic view of Jaipur. You can see the Jantar Mantar and City Palace clearly from here (see my photos).
- point:
(1) It's 140 feet in height so it can be quite a climb depending on your fitness but I feel that the view is worth it!
Fees: 20 INR (adult entry)
I don't see any references to Swargasuli Tower there. On the slab, the minaret was described as Isarlat.
+ point:
(1) Very beautiful 360 degrees panoramic view of Jaipur. You can see the Jantar Mantar and City Palace clearly from here (see my photos).
- point:
(1) It's 140 feet in height so it can be quite a climb depending on your fitness but I feel that the view is worth it!
Written April 3, 2013
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Mike Flores & Jones Co.
Mexico City, Mexico483 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
The minaret is worth admiring as it has a very traditional architecture and typical lattice work. Standing tall at 140 feet (it is also Jaipur’s tallest structure), this seven-floor tower is located in the old part of Jaipur. While you are here, you can also visit the nearby popular street markets of Jaipur like Tripolia bazaar, Johri bazaar, Bapu bazaar and Kishanpol bazaar. Since the tower is centrally located in Jaipur, it can be easily accessed by public transport, tuk-tuk, taxi or private driver. Entrance fee is 200INR for foreigners... BEWARE! There are bird droppings everywhere that will make the floor quite slippery!!!
Written August 2, 2017
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Geobar01
Manchester, UK1,494 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
Reviewed on Trip advisor as the ‘Swargasuli Tower’ and also known as Isar Laat the tower’s full name is the rather grander Iswari Minar Swarga Sal . At about 35m high it is also the oldest structure in the old quarter of Jaipur and was erected by Iswari, son of Jai Singh who ascended to the throne when 25 years of age. Asking locally opinion was divided about whether it was originally intended as a minaret with a religious function or simply as a watch tower but it was actually built in 1749 to commemorate Iswari’s victory against his stepbrother Madho Singh I. Madho Singh had sought to besiege Jaipur in the company of allies but at Bagru around 25km away he was decisively beaten though Iswari went on to commit suicide despite his victory.
To find the tower first locate the Tripolia Bazaar running along the northern edge of the old city and continuing as Chandpol Bazaar at its western end. Once you see the tower rising above the buildings head up towards if coming from the direction of MI (Mirza Ismail) Road then by facing it you will be looking roughly North with West on your left and East to your right. The easiest way to reach it is to keep an occasional eye open for the tower (not easily seen from the pavement/sidewalk directly below) and head about 50 metres West of it (you are now on Chandpol Bazaar) where you will find an alley. Take care passing if walking through the arch to the rear of the shops because this is well used by vehicles and isn’t much wider than a car. Once through turn right and make your way behind the shops until you see a sign directing you to the first steps into the tower now rising clearly above. If by some chance you encounter someone on Tripolia or Chandpol Bazzar who tells you the tower is closed, that it’s normally expensive anyway and that you can get a much better free view from the taller shopping ‘mall’ opposite just ignore them. They almost certainly want to lure you into another selling opportunity, the mall is significantly lower and the tower won’t be closed. They tried it with us and we ignored them only to find the tower wasn’t just open but free of charge because it was ‘Rajashthan Day’ (31 March).
Once inside the way up is obvious and tickets can be purchased. There are no proper steps but regular undulations in what is in effect more like a climbing spiral path inside the tower. There are windows every so often so lighting is good though on the way down the floor has been worn smooth in places and some may need to take a little more care.
Once at the top the layout is that of a minaret with a viewing area around one side only as the floor gives way to ‘stairwell’ on the opposite side. There is also a metal rail running around the top but this is not tall enough to impair the view or prevent photographs looking out across the city. Much wider views can of course be obtained from Naghar Fort on the hill behind Jaipur but the extra height also comes at a cost in detail in what you can see without a long lens. Taking a look roughly to the North West you can see the area of the City Palace, the Jantar Mantar ‘observatory’ and the back of the Hawa Mahal though there is little detail to be made out. If you have a DSLR and lens of maybe 200-300mm focal length you might also be lucky enough to snap a Brahminny Kite with the city as a backdrop but any camera will give good views across the roofs and down the nearby road. Before leaving you can also get a good photograph of the tower itself by walking out along the top of the flat roof you will have noticed on the way up, just before entering the tower itself.
When we visited there were two staff on duty, one who would normally issue the tickets and another who mainly stationed himself at the top of the tower and was keen to point out features and offer to take a photograph hopeful of a tip. If someone offers to do this for you then it’s up to you whether you give him a tip but remember that’s what he will be hoping for.
The normal fee for entry is 200 rupees which by Indian standards is expensive for what you can see from here and the amount of time you will probably spend at this site. On the other hand, convert it to your own currency and for the chance to climb a local landmark and get a good photograph it’s not so bad. I would say that if time is limited you would be better sticking to the main attractions but if you have the time to stroll or can fit it in en route to somewhere like the City Palace then it’s worth a visit and I hope this is helpful in making your mind up and in finding the tower of you choose to go.
To find the tower first locate the Tripolia Bazaar running along the northern edge of the old city and continuing as Chandpol Bazaar at its western end. Once you see the tower rising above the buildings head up towards if coming from the direction of MI (Mirza Ismail) Road then by facing it you will be looking roughly North with West on your left and East to your right. The easiest way to reach it is to keep an occasional eye open for the tower (not easily seen from the pavement/sidewalk directly below) and head about 50 metres West of it (you are now on Chandpol Bazaar) where you will find an alley. Take care passing if walking through the arch to the rear of the shops because this is well used by vehicles and isn’t much wider than a car. Once through turn right and make your way behind the shops until you see a sign directing you to the first steps into the tower now rising clearly above. If by some chance you encounter someone on Tripolia or Chandpol Bazzar who tells you the tower is closed, that it’s normally expensive anyway and that you can get a much better free view from the taller shopping ‘mall’ opposite just ignore them. They almost certainly want to lure you into another selling opportunity, the mall is significantly lower and the tower won’t be closed. They tried it with us and we ignored them only to find the tower wasn’t just open but free of charge because it was ‘Rajashthan Day’ (31 March).
Once inside the way up is obvious and tickets can be purchased. There are no proper steps but regular undulations in what is in effect more like a climbing spiral path inside the tower. There are windows every so often so lighting is good though on the way down the floor has been worn smooth in places and some may need to take a little more care.
Once at the top the layout is that of a minaret with a viewing area around one side only as the floor gives way to ‘stairwell’ on the opposite side. There is also a metal rail running around the top but this is not tall enough to impair the view or prevent photographs looking out across the city. Much wider views can of course be obtained from Naghar Fort on the hill behind Jaipur but the extra height also comes at a cost in detail in what you can see without a long lens. Taking a look roughly to the North West you can see the area of the City Palace, the Jantar Mantar ‘observatory’ and the back of the Hawa Mahal though there is little detail to be made out. If you have a DSLR and lens of maybe 200-300mm focal length you might also be lucky enough to snap a Brahminny Kite with the city as a backdrop but any camera will give good views across the roofs and down the nearby road. Before leaving you can also get a good photograph of the tower itself by walking out along the top of the flat roof you will have noticed on the way up, just before entering the tower itself.
When we visited there were two staff on duty, one who would normally issue the tickets and another who mainly stationed himself at the top of the tower and was keen to point out features and offer to take a photograph hopeful of a tip. If someone offers to do this for you then it’s up to you whether you give him a tip but remember that’s what he will be hoping for.
The normal fee for entry is 200 rupees which by Indian standards is expensive for what you can see from here and the amount of time you will probably spend at this site. On the other hand, convert it to your own currency and for the chance to climb a local landmark and get a good photograph it’s not so bad. I would say that if time is limited you would be better sticking to the main attractions but if you have the time to stroll or can fit it in en route to somewhere like the City Palace then it’s worth a visit and I hope this is helpful in making your mind up and in finding the tower of you choose to go.
Written May 16, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Doobsie139
54 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
This is worth going up for the views, but be aware there aren't steps inside, but a kind of tiered slope which gets a bit slippy at the top, so only for those who are brave and fit!
When we went we were the only ones there, even though there are nice views from the top.
The approach is a little odd - go past it on the main road (away from the palaces), then right down a lane, right again along the back of the shops and you can get in.
This is included in the Jaipur composite ticket.
When we went we were the only ones there, even though there are nice views from the top.
The approach is a little odd - go past it on the main road (away from the palaces), then right down a lane, right again along the back of the shops and you can get in.
This is included in the Jaipur composite ticket.
Written November 9, 2015
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Ruchi M
Mumbai, India239 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
Sargasuli Tower or Isar Lat is known as 'Tower to heaven'. It was built in 1749 by King Ishwari Singh , its a symbol of great historical importance as its a symbol of Jaipur's victory.
Written November 29, 2014
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saurkumar
Jaipur, India25 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
this monument is situated in the center of one of the most busiest routes of old town boundary. it is still standing tall proudly symbolizing pride of colourful spirit of town..
Written December 9, 2012
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lampy12
Grand Rapids, MI69 contributions
Apr 2012 • Friends
The tower has a great view from seven stories up. You can see for yourself whether or not the city is really pink.
If you're worried about having to climb up all the stairs--don't be. Instead of stairs there is an inclined path all the way up.
If you're worried about having to climb up all the stairs--don't be. Instead of stairs there is an inclined path all the way up.
Written July 16, 2012
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