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SMS Stadium
Sawai Man Singh Stadium is the most popular
cricket stadium in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Built
during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh
II, the stadium is named after him. The
stadium is located near Rambagh Circle. It
can hold a capacity of 30,000 sports lovers.
SMS is amongst the best stadiums in India.
Few of the international cricket matches
have been played in this stadium.
Some of the World Cup matches have been
hosted twice in the stadium, in 1987 and
1996. The stadium is fully equipped with all
the required equipments for various other
kinds of sports activities. It offers a
great place for nurturing budding talents of
an upcoming sportsman. The swimming in SMS
stadium is enjoyed by natives round the
year.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2010 was
one of the major attractions for Jaipurites.
The fever of cricket matches was on high
spirits. Furthermore, a majority of natives
enjoyed the match with full zeal and gusto.
Renovation at regular periods of time has
turned it into a play pitch of an
international stature.
Apart from cricket, various other sports
events of magnitude like international
tournaments of table-tennis, badminton and
basketball etc, have had held in the indoor
stadium at SMS.
Horse riding:
Domestication of horses is known since
centuries, and the date when they were first
ridden, is shrouded in mystery. Evidences
confirm that about 6000 years ago, horses
were being used for domestic purposes. Since
then, horses are being trained for various
equestrian activities.
Nevertheless, horses have played an
important role in the history, whether it is
transportation, trade, agriculture, haulage
work, wars, etc. Horse riding as a
recreational exercise is very entertaining
and exerting, which also helps in developing
balance. Equestrian activities are enjoyed
round the world, parks, ranches, and public
stables are favorable for independent rides.
Lots of resorts and hotels offer horse rides
in Jaipur. For instance, Chokhi dhani- the
ethnic village resort offers horse ride,
elephant ride and various other recreational
activities. Pink city also houses stables
that are open for public, the Silver Spurs
Equestrian Stable is one such exemplary. The
stable is spread over a vast area of 3.5
acre, and is an abode to carefully selected
thoroughbreds and well-trained horses.
Polo is yet another name that is associated
with horses, and this royal and indigenous
game is being played in India from
centuries. Indian players are the finest
players renowned in the world. Jaipur has
been legendary for such sports and
activities. Games like Elephant polo and
horse polo are rejoiced in the city by
natives as well as the tourists. Polo clubs
in the city facilitate masses for equestrian
activities.
Moreover, Rajasthan tourism also engrosses
wildlife tours which include various
safaris’. Below mentioned is the list of
places where you can hang around for an
entertaining ride:
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Jaipur Riding and Polo Club:
B-20, Tulsi Marg
Hanuman Nagar
Khatipura
Jaipur
• Silver Spurs:
63/1 Cosmo Colony
Vaishali Nagar
Jaipur
• 61 Cav Polo Club:
C/O The Commandant
C/O 56 APO
Jaipur
• Chinkara Polo Club:
C/o 61 Cavalry
Jaipur
• Jaipur Polo & Equestrain Academy:
2, Tilak Marg
C-Scheme
Jaipur
• Rajasthan Polo Club:
Near Ambedkar Circle
Bhawani Singh Road
Jaipur
• Ramgarh Resort and Polo Complex Polo Club:
C-99, Jagan Path
Chomu House
C-Scheme
Jaipur
• Haldighati Polo and Riding Club:
C/o 61 Cavalry
Jaipur
Snooker
A
cue game dating back from late 18th century,
Billiards was first played in 15th century
by British Armed Forces in India. The game
sports two payers, who cue 15 red balls with
a white cue ball. The pool table is covered
with soft cloth, and encompasses six holes
around the edges in a fixed order. The game
own its popularity after World Championship,
which was televised by BBC, the rise in
popularity was recorded in 1990s. Since then
the game is known as gentleman’s game and
nowadays is popular among youngsters.
Wish to shoot some pool in Jaipur? People
may get amazed to discover pool & snooker
clubs within the vicinity of this royal the
city. Jaipur is renowned for its Rajput
culture, chivalry, grandiose forts, and
palace. Besides, the city has developed many
attractive malls, complexes that house
various pool clubs and gaming zones, loaded
with modern day entertaining sections.
Nevertheless, you can also find resorts and
hotels that facilitate their clients with
sport section on a few extra charges.
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Snooky club:
C Scheme
Jaipur
• Grass Field Club:
Janpath, Shyam Nagar
Jaipur
• Ashok Club:
Bhagwan Das Road
Jaipur
• Jaipur Club:
Jacob Road
Opp.P.W.D. Office
JAIPUR
Cricket Academy
Rajasthan Cricket Association, Lal Kothi,
Jaipur
Surana Cricket Academy, Khatipura, Jaipur
Jai Club, C-Scheme, Jaipur
Grassfield Club Pvt. Ltd., Club lane
Janpath, Shyam Nagar, Jaipur
Jaipur Club, Jacob club, Jaipur
Sawai Man Singh Stadium, Bhavani Singh
Road, Jaipur
Neerja Modi Cricket Academy
Future Cricket Academy Endearing
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