Jodhpur Important information

Jodhpur

Jodhpur - A valiant sentinel in the desert, on the eastern fringe of the Thar desert was founded in 1459, by Rao Jodha, the chief of Rathore clan of Rajputs, who claimed descent from Rama, the epic hero of the Ramayana. A high stone wall nearly 10 kms. in length and eight gates once protected the city. Within, stands an imposing fort on a low range of sandstone hills, about 125m above the surrounding plains.

Tourist Acctration in Jodhpur 

• Mehrangarh Fort
• Jaswant Thada
• Umaid Bhawan Palace
• Govt. Museum
• Girdikot & Sardar Market
• Mahamandir Temple
• Mandore Gardens 
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Mehrangarh Fort: Magnificent Mehrangarh crowning a perpendicular cliff, was built by Rao Jodha in 1459, when he shifted his capital from Mandore. It houses a palace intricately adorned with long carved panels and latticed windows exquisitely wrought from red sandstone.The apartments within have their own magic - the Moti Mahal (Pearl Palace), Phool Mahal (Flower Palace), Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana with a rich collection of palanquins, howdas, royal cradles, miniature paintings of various schools, costumes, furniture and an impressive armoury. The display of cannons on the ramparts is among the rarest in India.

Jaswant Thada : This imposing white marble memorial was built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, in 1899. It houses portraits of successive Marwar rulers.

Umaid Bhawan Palace : The beautiful palace built by Maharaja Umaid Singh (1929-1942) is a splendid example of mdo-colonial and art deco style of the 30's. The palace has been converted into a luxury hotel and a portion of it remains on view to visitors in form of an excellent museum.

Govt. Museum: It lies in the middle of the Umaid public garden and has a rich collection ofarmoury, textiles, local arts and crafts, miniature paintings and portraits.

Girdikot & Sardar Market: The narrow lanes near Clock Tower is dotted with shops ' selling exquisite Rajasthani handicrafts.

Mahamandir Temple (2 kms.): The great temple has 84 pillars ornately carved with designs and figures depicting various postures of Yoga. Kailana Lake (11 kms.): Popular picnic site and sunset point.

Mandore Gardens (9 kms.) : Mandore, the old capital of Marwar is known for its extensive gardens with high rock terraces. The garden is dotted with ornately carved cenotaphs or "Devals" of Jodhpur rulers set on a high plinth and crowned with souring spires. Another attraction is the "Hall of Heroes" with has sixteen gigantic figures of Hindu and folk deities chiselled out of one single rock. 

RACHING THERE

Airport: Jodhpur.
Railhead : Well connected by rail with major cities. 
Road : Connected by good network of roads.