About Patrika Gate
Patrika Gate is a modern architectural monument located at the entrance of Jawahar Circle in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Completed in 2016 and inaugurated in 2020, it serves as Jaipur's symbolic ninth gate, celebrating the state's diverse cultural heritage through vibrant hand-painted murals and traditional Rajasthani design elements. The structure features nine arches representing different regions of Rajasthan, adorned with intricate artwork depicting palaces, forts, folk traditions, and historical figures.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect to see a highly photogenic structure with pastel pink facades, golden accents, and elaborate hand-painted panels covering walls, pillars, and ceilings. Each of the nine arches showcases unique artistic representations of Rajasthan's regions including Mewar, Marwar, Shekhawati, and others. The gate opens into Jawahar Circle Garden, Asia's largest circular park. The area is popular for photography, especially pre-wedding shoots, and can be crowded with photographers during peak hours. Evening lighting enhances the visual appeal.
Key highlights
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Nine uniquely designed arches representing different regions of Rajasthan
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Intricate hand-painted murals depicting Rajasthan's culture, history, and architecture
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Pastel pink and gold color scheme inspired by traditional Rajasthani aesthetics
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Entrance to Jawahar Circle, one of Asia's largest circular parks
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Popular photography spot with excellent lighting for photoshoots
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Architectural elements inspired by Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and other heritage monuments
History of Patrika Gate
Completed in 2016 and formally inaugurated in September 2020 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Patrika Gate was built by the Rajasthan Patrika newspaper group in collaboration with the Jaipur Development Authority. It symbolically serves as Jaipur's ninth gate, referencing the original eight gates of the walled city founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. The design incorporates the number nine, significant in Vedic astrology, with nine pavilions each nine feet wide.
Culture & Context
The gate celebrates Rajasthan's rich cultural diversity through artistic depictions of nine major regions: Gorwar, Ajaymeru, Marwar, Shekhawati, Dhundhad, Braj, Mewar, Vagad, and Hadoti. Each pillar and panel features hand-painted scenes of regional landmarks, traditional art forms like Bani Thani paintings, royal heritage, folklore, and daily life. The structure honors Rajasthani architectural traditions including jharokhas, pols, chhatris, and motifs associated with valor and princely states.