Jaisजायस
Birthplace of Malik Muhammad Jayasi, the poet of Padmavat, and his resting place.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereAmethi, Uttar Pradesh
Awadh
Awadh
Kind of placeVillages & Hidden Gems, Monuments & Heritage
Best time to visit15 October to 15 March
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyJais, Raebareli
EntryFree
About Jais
The qasba where Malik Muhammad Jayasi, who wrote Padmavat in 1540 in Awadhi, was born and is buried. There is a Jayasi memorial and his mazar, an old town of mosques and narrow lanes, and not much else. Worth an hour if Padmavat means anything to you.
What to see and do
- Jayasi's mazar
- Jayasi Smarak
- Old mosques of the qasba
- Town bazaar
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