Visiting Jodhpur || The Blue City of India

Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan is popularly known as the Blue City. The name is clearly befitting as most of the architecture – forts, palaces, temples, havelis and even houses are built in vivid shades of blue. The strapping forts that tower this magnificent city sum up to a spectacle you would not want to miss. The mammoth, imposing fortress of Mehrangarh has a landscape dominating a rocky ridge with the eight gates leading out of the fortress.

So, now we take you to the must visit places in Jodhpur.

1. Mehrangarh Fort & Museum

Mehrangarh, located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is one of the largest forts in India. Built in around 1459 by Rao Jodha, the fort is situated 410 feet above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls. Inside its boundaries there are several palaces known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. You get mesmerised by seeing the height of fort and the work done on the great walls of this fort. 

The Museum displays the great ancient artwork and priceless war based things. The Museum is so beautiful that it provides a picture of the ancient culture.

2. Umaid Bhawan Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace, located in Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India, is one of the world's largest private residences. A part of the palace is managed by Taj Hotels. Named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present owner H.H. Gaj Singh Ji. The palace has 347 rooms and is the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family. A part of the palace is a museum.Recently, Umaid Bhawan Palace was awarded as the World's best hotel at the Traveller's Choice Award, which was organised by TripAdvisor.

3. Jaswant Thada

The Jaswant Thada is a cenotaph. It was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur State in 1899 in memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, and serves as the cremation ground for the royal Rajput family of Marwar. Now, it is turned to a museum with ancient artifacts. The beautiful view of the city can be seen from here. The gardens and fountains are really great to watch.

4. Ghanta Ghar ( The Clock Tower )

The Ghanta Ghar, also known as the clock tower is situated at the base of the fort. It was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh from whom the market takes it name. In fact, the tower dominates the entire scenario. In fact, the tower dominates the entire scenario. It is present in Sardar market (Sadar Bazaar), also known as Girdikot, and is a busy shopping site for a variety of items including traditional clothes, jewelleries, foods etc.

5. Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park

Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, spreads over 72 hectares, near the historic Mehrangarh Fort. The park contains ecologically restored desert and arid land vegetation. The park was created in 2006 to try and restore the natural ecology of a large, rocky area adjoining and below the fort. At present time it is one of the favourite places of tourists. The best time to visit here is monsoon.

6. Toorji Ka Jhalra ( The Step well )

Constructed in 1740, Toorji Ka Jhalra, commonly called stepwell of Jodhpur, is an intricate design of stepwell, one of the few remaining structures depicting the traditional water management systems of Jodhpur. This architectural wonder was built by the queen-consort of Maharaja Abhaya Singh, a sign of the age-old tradition of the region where royal women were in charge of overseeing the public water works. It's now open for tourists and looks really great.

7. Mandore Garden 

The town of Mandore is located 9 kilometres north of the city. In ancient times, it was the capital of Pratiharas who ruled the region in 6^th century AD. The old capital was shifted to Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur due to security concerns in 1459 AD. The remnants of the ancient capital can be still found if you visit the famous Mandore Gardens of Rajasthan. The town also exhibits other historical monuments such as Mandore Fort, old Mandore Palace and Ravan Temple.

So, these are some our must visit places recommendation in Jodhpur City. You can visit all of them with any cab services in Jodhpur at affordable prices. There are plenty of more places to visit in Jodhpur city for foods, art, handloom, and others. You can visit them also.

If you are planning your trip to Rajasthan, then must visit Jodhpur city. Rajasthan tour packages are available at affordable prices for tourists and natives by many tour agencies.

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