Ishwar Lat

Ishwar Lat or Swargasuli or Sargasooli or Heaven Piercing Minaret is a tall tower near Tripoli Gate of City Palace. It is built by Sawai Ishwari Singh in 1749 as a symbol of his grand victory against his brother Madho Singh in the war of Bagru. It is known for the breathtaking view of Jaipur City when seen from its top. It a challenge for anybody to climb the tower to the top as it is a test of fitness of the climber. There is another story popular among the people about the construction of this tower. Sawai Ishwar Singh had built the tower to see the beautiful daughter of his Prime Minister Hargovind Natani. Ishwar Singh the King falls in love with the beautiful girl but due to royal protocol he could not meet her in her house so he built the tower to stare her beauty. Further ahead on the left is the impressive Tripoli Gate  and the Chaura Rasta beyond the gate.

Timings: 24X7 open,

Entry Fee: Rs. 20.

How to Reach: Nearest Metro Station- Sindhi Camp Metro Station, Buses ply at regular intervals from Ajmeri Gate and MI Road bus stations, Cabs and Taxies are also available anytime and anywhere.