Rajasthan Hikes Monument Entry Fees After 10 Years; Tourists Shocked on New Year

• Rajasthan government doubled entry fees for major monuments after a decade.
• New rates are effective from New Year's Day, impacting tourists in Jaipur.
• Albert Hall fees: Domestic 50 to 100 INR, Foreign 300 to 600 INR.
• Amer Fort fees: Domestic 100 to 200 INR, Foreign 500 to 1000 INR.
• Government cites maintenance costs; tourists show mixed reactions to the sudden hike.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan doubles monument entry fees after 10 years, surprising New Year tourists.