Food: The mithai legacy of Jaipur
In the lanes of the Pink City, you will find a sweet shop at every turn, each proudly selling a signature dessert perfected over generations
Updated At : 06:08 PM Feb 16, 2026 IST
Matar ka halwa
The astonishing variety and layered complexity of Rajasthani sweets owe their origin to the discerning palate and vision of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, one of Rajasthan’s most remarkable rulers. Crowned Maharaja of Amber at the tender age of 11, he later went on to found Jaipur — among India’s earliest planned cities.
