In the final episode of Palaces of India Season 2, Dino Morea and Zoya Afroz step inside one of Rajasthan’s most extraordinary royal residences to uncover the story of the palace that has remained at the heart of Jaipur for nearly 300 years. From the story of how Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II envisioned an entirely new capital when Amber could no longer expand, to the generations of Maharajas who shaped this magnificent royal complex, this episode takes you beyond the usual tourist experience and into the many layers of Jaipur’s royal history.
Explore the private world of Chandra Mahal, where Jaipur’s royal family continues to reside, step inside the beautiful Shobha Niwas, discover why one of the palace rooms stands out in blue in the middle of the Pink City, and journey all the way to Mukut Mandir, the crown of Chandra Mahal. We also explore the historic courtyards and royal spaces of City Palace, including Sarvato Bhadra and Sabha Niwas, uncover the story behind the world-famous giant silver vessels that earned a place in the Guinness World Records, see Jaipur’s Royal Throne, get up close to priceless royal costumes, weapons at the historic Sileh-Khana, and discover how the Maharajas preserved not just their power, but the stories of their time for future generations. @SawaiJaipur Shot on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, this episode showcases how Horizontal Lock helps capture the palace’s grand symmetry and intricate architectural detailing, Photo Assist helps perfect memorable royal portraits and visual compositions, while Nightography Video captures the atmosphere, lights and vibrant colours of the traditional Shahi Mehfil after dark. In this episode:
- The fascinating story of how Jaipur was founded
- Why Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II decided to move beyond Amber
- The nearly 300-year-old history of Jaipur City Palace
- A rare look inside Chandra Mahal
- Shobha Niwas and its stunning royal interiors
- The mystery behind the blue room in the Pink City
- Mukut Mandir and the royal Pachranga flag
- Sarvato Bhadra and its famous giant silver vessels
- The story behind Jaipur’s Royal Throne
- Sabha Niwas and the Maharaja’s connection with his people
- Royal costumes and priceless artefacts at Sabha Niwas
- The historic weapons of the City Palace Sileh-Khana
- Royal transport and the lifestyle of Jaipur’s Maharajas
- A traditional Shahi Mehfil inside City Palace