As the year draws to a close, Jaipur is witnessing a surge in tourist numbers, with more than 50,000 visitors exploring the city’s tourist destinations and museums each day. On the preceding day, the footfall peaked at around 60,000, leading to traffic congestion from Badi Chaupad to Amer. The city’s tourist spots remained abuzz with activity from morning till evening, and this trend is expected to continue for the next week.
The festive season, coupled with Christmas celebrations, has attracted a considerable influx of tourists to Jaipur’s iconic landmarks. From Amer Fort and Jantar Mantar to Hawa Mahal and Nahargarh Fort, queues of eager tourists have become a common sight. Amer Fort, in particular, sees a daily footfall of 11,000 to 15,000 visitors, while Hawa Mahal attracts 10,000 to 15,000 tourists daily. Jantar Mantar, Albert Hall, and Nahargarh Fort also register a consistent flow of visitors, ranging from 7,000 to 15,000 each day.
The substantial increase in tourist activity has resulted in traffic congestion in the city, causing challenges for the police in managing the flow of vehicles. Key areas such as Badi Chaupad, Chandi Ki Taksal, and Jal Mahal have experienced significant traffic jams.
Jaipur’s Christmas extravaganza draws crowds. The state witnessed vibrant Christmas celebrations, with fervour seen in various hotels and restaurants across the capital city, Jaipur. The St. Andrews Church in Chandpole hosted a collective prayer meeting attended by members of the Christian community from across the city. Following the collective prayer, people enthusiastically exchanged Christmas greetings, creating a joyous atmosphere. Similar prayer meetings were organised at Secret Heart Church in Ghatgate, St. Xavier’s Church in C-Scheme, and St. Xavier Church in Malviya Nagar, among others.
Christian brethren sang carols and special Christmas songs during these gatherings. The exchange of Christmas greetings, lighting candles, and cutting cakes added to the festive spirit. At the collective prayer meetings, Fathers, Pastors, and Reverends highlighted the message of love, generosity, and compassion that the Lord Jesus brought to humanity. They emphasized that the love of God towards humanity is the essence of Christmas.
Meanwhile, the city of Jaisalmer witnessed a flood of domestic and international tourists, adding to the festive charm. Hotels and restaurants in the city were fully occupied, contributing to the overall festive mood. The Golden City glittered with colourful lights and decorations, attracting everyone’s attention.
In addition to the spiritual celebrations, hotels and restaurants in Jaipur were bustling with activity. Gala dinners, dance performances, music, campfires, DJs, lucky draws, and special child activities were organized to entertain and engage visitors. The city embraced Christmas Eve, fulfilling dreams and creating unforgettable memories for tourists and locals alike.
