Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
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Amidst the sand dunes and thorny vegetation of Thar desert towers
a fort, 120 metres above the plain. The fort overlooks the imperial city
of Jodhpur, which is a part of the Desert Tourist Triangle. The old
Jodhpur city is surrounded by a 10 km long wall with eight gates serving
as entrances. The new city is settled around this walled area. The
Maruthal or 'land of death' , came into life when the Rathores of Kanauj
moved in. But the city of Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodhaji in 1459 AD.
This city was on the silk route of the 16th century and hence was host
to a number of travellers. In Jodhpur, the genius of its sculptors comes to life in its exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, which stand testimony to the imperial grandeur. The most alluring part of Jodhpur is the traditional lifestyle, festivity and the smiling people who treasure this former princely state. |
Prime Attractions of Jodhpur |
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Marwar Festival is held every year in memory of the
heroes of Rajasthan. The festival is held in the month of Ashwin
(September-October) in Jodhpur, for two days during the full moon of
Sharad Poornima. more.. |
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Situated on a steep hill, Mehrangarh fort is one of the
largest forts in India. The beauty and the grandeur of numerous palaces
in the fort narrates a saga of hard sandstones yielding to the chisels
of skilled Jodhpuri sculptures. more.. |
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The only palace built in 20th century under the
famine relief programme, has now been converted into a hotel with some
parts being retained as a museum. more.. |
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Government Museum - Jodhpur This museum has
a rich collection of weapons, textiles, miniature portraits, local
crafts and images of Jain Tirthankars. It is situated in the middle of
the Umaid public gardens. |
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Clock Tower & Sadar Market In the old
city, clock tower is a prominent land mark. But main attraction is the
Sadar Market. The market has kept alive the old 'haat bazaar' culture. |
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Jaswant Thada The 19th century royal
cenotaph is built in white marble, in commemoration of Maharaja Jaswant
Singh. Some rare portraits of the rulers of Jodhpur are also displayed
here. |
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Mehrangarh Fort Museum This is an excellent
museum with rare and interesting artifacts, textiles, painting transport
items etc laid out with utmost care and thought. The Palanquin Gallery
and Howdah Gallery display a superb collection of old and costly
specimens of great historical value. |
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Umaid Bhawan Museum Recently the ruling
family of Jodhpur has converted a part of the gigantic Umaid Bhawan
Palace as the palace museum. |
Excursions from Jodhpur |
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(8Km.) Situated 9-kms north of the city of Jodhpur, is Mandore which, was the capital of Marwar prior to the foundation of Jodhpur.Today, its extensive gardens with high rock terraces make it a popular local attraction. The gardens also contain the cenotaphs of Jodhpur rulers. more.. |
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(65Km.) 65-km from Jodhpur, lie ruins of an ancient city called Ossian. This city is famous for Brahmanical and Jain temples, which belong to 8th and 11th century. more.. |
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Balsamand Lake & Palace (7Km.)This picturesque artificial lake is 7 kms from the main city. Summer palaces along the embankment and a bird sanctuary has made it a picnic spot. |
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Sardar Samand Lake (55Km.)Nestled in the vicinity of the city of Jodhpur, is the astoundingly scenic Sardar Samand Lake. The lake lies 60-kms south-east of Jodhpur off the Jodhpur-Pali route. |
Fairs & Festivals - JodhpurThe Marwar Festival - Held in October, this festival brings alive the legend, folklore and romantic lifestyle of Rajasthan's rulers. |
Climate - JodhpurJodhpur has extreme type of climate with temperature range variation being very high. Average rainfall is 32 cm annually. The best season to visit the city is between October and March. |
General Information - Jodhpur |
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Location 260-km From Udaipur, Rajasthan |
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Best Time October-March |
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Languages Rajasthani, Hindi & English |
A Word of Caution - Jodhpur |
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Tourism Beware of touts and make sure that
you are not lost among the innumerable palaces in the forts and the
colourful tradition. |
Shopping - Jodhpur |
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Where to Shop The Sadar Market near the
Clock Tower gives immense shopping pleasure to the locals as well as the
visitors. The colourful but hectic bazaar consists of many narrow lanes,
lined with tiny shops. Look for the tie & dye textiles, embroidered
leather shoes, lacquerware, antiques, carpets and puppets. Here, one can
buy exquisite Rajasthani textiles, clay figurines, miniature camels and
elephants, marble inlay work and classic silver jewellery
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