Jaipur | July 2025 — In a jaw-dropping discovery that has the entire Pink City buzzing, an ancient underground tunnel has been found beneath the iconic City Palace in Jaipur.
The tunnel, believed to be over 300 years old, was unearthed during recent restoration work and could change everything we thought we knew about the city’s royal past.
🔎 What Was Found?
Experts from the Rajasthan Archaeology Department say the secret tunnel possibly connected the City Palace to strategic exit points outside the walled city — and may have been used by the royal family for emergency escapes or covert travel.
“It’s a remarkable piece of Rajput architecture — stretching underground for nearly 1.5 km,” said one of the officials.
The tunnel’s stone walls bear traditional carvings, and early signs suggest it was carefully engineered with air circulation channels.
👑 Could This Be Jaipur’s Version of a Royal Catacomb?
Historians are already speculating that this tunnel might be part of a larger underground network — potentially linking the palace with Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, or even Jantar Mantar.
While no official maps confirm these claims, royal folklore has long hinted at secret passages beneath the city.
🧍♂️ Locals in Awe
As word spread across Jaipur, crowds gathered near the City Palace gates, with many hoping the passage would soon be opened to the public.
“I’ve visited the palace a dozen times, and I never imagined something like this was hiding underneath,” said a tourist from Mumbai.
🛠 What Happens Next?
The archaeological team is now:
- Scanning the tunnel using 3D laser mapping
- Investigating historical records and floor plans
- Securing the structure for potential guided tours
Officials say that once cleared and stabilized, the tunnel could become Jaipur’s newest historical attraction.
📰 Final Word
This once-in-a-generation discovery is more than a hidden passage — it’s a direct link to Jaipur’s majestic, mysterious royal past.
Stay tuned to JaipurStuff.com for exclusive updates, expert interviews, and photo tours of the tunnel that may rewrite Jaipur’s history.
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