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INTRODUCTION

Jodhpur is the second largest city of the state of Rajasthan. It has been drawing the attention of tourists from all over the world. Standing as the sentinel of the country's western border, Jodhpur is famous for its magnificent forts and palaces.

LOCATION

Jodhpur is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert with Jaisalmer on its west, Barmar, Jalor and Pali on its south, Bikaner on its north, and Nagaur on the eastern side. It has a typical desert climate, dry and hot. The ideal time to visit this place is the period between November and March. The city is like an oasis in the vast desert, with a variety of thorny shrubs all over the area. It also has some of the animal species that can survive in an arid and dry environment.

Umaid Bhawan Palace -
Hotel Address :
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Jodhpur - 342 001, Rasjasthan, India
Access :
05 kms from Airport
05 kms from Railway Station

Balsamand Lake Palace -
Hotel Address :
Mandore Road
Jodhpur - 324 006
Rasjasthan, India
Access :
12 kms from Airport
10 kms from Railway Station

Hotel Beniwal Palace -
Hotel Address :
Circuit House Road, Jodhpur - 342 001, Rasjasthan, India
Access :
02 kms from Airport
02 kms from Railway Station

Ranbanka Palace - Jodhpur
Hotel Address :
Circuit House Road
Jodhpur, Rasjasthan, India
Access :
12 kms from Airport
10 kms from Railway Station

Karni Bhawan - Jodhpur
Hotel Address :
Palace Road
Jodhpur - 342 001
Rasjasthan, India
Access :
03 kms from Airport
04 kms from Railway Stations

Hotel Chandra Inn - Jodhpur
Hotel Address :
Chandra Inn Airport Road
Jodhpur – 342001 Rajasthan , India
Access :
03 kms from Airport
04 kms from Railway Station

Park Plaza - Jodhpur
Hotel Address :
Jhalamand House
Airport Road
Jodhpur - 342 011
Rajasthan, India
Access :
1/2 km from Airport
03 kms from Railway Station

Ajit Bhawan Palace - Jodhpur
Hotel Address :
Near Circuit House
Jodhpur- 342006
(Rajasthan), India
Access :
03 kms from Airport
02 kms from Railway Station

HISTORY

The Rajput chief Rao Jodha founded the city of Jodhpur in 1459. Earlier, it was the capital of the Marwar state of Rajasthan. A 10-km-long wall made of stone surrounds the city. Eight doors stand all through the wall leading to different places of Jodhpur. The city has about 100 towers most of which are surrounded by defensive battlements. The guards' chambers, constructed high up above the ground and fitted with iron spikes on top, could be seen alongside these walls.

TOURISTS ATTRACTIONS

There are a number of places to visit in and around Jodhpur. Mehrangarh Fort - Must Visit in Jodhpur India

Mehrangarh Fort is a large fort located in the heart of the city. Mehrangarh Fort is located in the heart of the city of Jodhpur. Mehrangarh Fort was built by Maharaja Man Singh. Accommodation in Jodhpur Hotels around this tourist attraction can be arranged. A must in any Jodhpur Sightseeing trip.

Situated in the middle of the city, the Mehrangarh Fort is a living testimony of the military might of the Rajputs. With the strategically located cannons on the walls, the fort is spread over an area of 5 km at an altitude of about 125 meters. Thousands of tourists visit this fort every year to have a glimpse of the artillery system of the Rajput warriors. A bird's eye view of the city from above the fort is fascinating.

Umaid Bhawan, the only 20th-century-built palace, was constructed to give employment to the famine-struck population of Jodhpur. Made of sandstone, it took 16 years to complete. This majestic building is presently the residence of the former rulers with a part of it running as hotel and remaining part as a museum.

Another example of Rajput glory is the Jaswant Thade, which is a shrine built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899. A story goes that Maharaja Jaswant succumbed to injuries in this place while fighting the Mughal king Jahangir.

Mandar Garden was the ashram of Rishi Mandu. This garden has a gate known as the Ajit pole. It is decorated with paintings of the gods and goddesses of Indian mythology.

Giridkot and Sardar Market, located in the heart of the city, are popular for a wide range of handicrafts.

About 4 miles away from the Jodhpur lay the Balsamand Lake and Garden. It is an artificial lake built in AD 1159. It is an ideal place for picnics and excursions.

The Mahamandir Temple (9 km) is another site to visit. The architecture and the cutwork on the stone are amazing. Built in 1812, it has 84 carved pillars.

Kailana Lake, 11 km from Jodhpur, is an idyllic picnic spot.

Situated on the Jodhpur-Bikaner highway diversion, Osian (58 km) is an oasis in the desert area of Rajasthan. The Osian sunset point is famous for its panoramic view of the setting sun over the golden sands.

There is also a wildlife sanctuary at Dhawa (45 km). It has the largest number of cheetal and sambhar.

The Nagaur Fort is situated 135 km from Jodhpur. The Badal Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, and Hadi Rani Mahal are beautiful specimens of Rajput architecture.

Luni Fort and its environs (20 km) are also worth visiting. The fort has now been converted into a heritage hotel

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Jodhpur celebrates the Marwar festival with great fun and joy. It is a two-day program of fun, folk music, folk dance and folklore. Nagpanchami, the worship of the king of the serpents, is also celebrated with enthusiasm.

HOW TO REACH

The nearest airport of Jodhpur is Udaipur. The airport is well connected to Jodhpur by roadways. Trains are available from Delhi and Mumbai to Jodhpur. It is also well connected by the national highways and other small roadways. We would provide you all India tourist permit vehicles for the local transportations and also for the intercity drives too.

WHERE TO STAY

We offer excellent accommodation facilities in and around Jodhpur. Singhstravelsolutions.com provides complete information about hotels in Jodhpur. Tourism-of-India.com offers package tours in order to make your visit to Jodhpur Pleasant.

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