How many storeys are there in Hawamahal of Jaipur?

The correct answer is Five.

Key Points

• The Hawa Mahal in Jaipur has five storeys.
  • It looks like a honeycomb of a beehive.
  • It is always windy inside, owing to the numerous windows and jharokhas.
  • The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, the grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, who was the founder of Jaipur.
  • Lal Chand Ustad was the architect of this unique structure.
  • It exhibits a unique combination of Mughal and Rajput architectural styles.
  • The Rajput style is seen in the form of domed canopies, fluted pillars, lotus, and floral patterns.
  • The Islamic style is evident in its stone inlay filigree work and arches.