Jaipur Ranked Among World's Best Cultural Cities

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Jaipur secured the 18th spot globally in Time Out's Best Cities for Art and Culture 2026, becoming India's highest-ranked city on this prestigious list.
London claimed the top position in the 2026 rankings, followed by other major global hubs like Paris, New York City, Berlin, and Cape Town.
The survey gathered opinions from 24,000+ residents across 150+ cities alongside expert evaluations, selecting only the top city from each participating nation.

Serving as the capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur forms a key part of the Delhi-Agra-Jaipur Golden Triangle and was established in 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II as an early planned city.
Planner Vidyadhar Bhattacharya designed the city based on Vastu Shastra principles, dividing it into nine distinct blocks before it earned the Pink City title after being painted in 1876 for the Prince of Wales.
The city features remarkable historical landmarks like Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Jantar Mantar, showcasing its royal heritage.
The Jaipur Walled City earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019 for its exceptional 18th-century planned urban architecture.
Local authorities manage the heritage area using frameworks like the Conservation Management Plan (CMP), Integrated Management Plan, and State-level Heritage Regulations to control building heights, facade designs, and signage rules.
Global events like the Jaipur Literature Festival, Jaipur Art Week, and performances like The Manganiyar Seduction highlight the vibrant folk culture and traditions of Rajasthan.