Once a major trade centre of the
sixteenth century, the imperial city of Jodhpur still holds some indubitable distinctions.
The ostentatious city of Jodhpur is second only to Jaipur in size in the desert
land of Rajasthan. It is adorn with numerous forts, graceful palaces and temples
strewn throughout the city that bring alive, the historic grandeur. Moreover,
the lifestyle in Jodhpur makes one awestruck. One can spot, men and women folk
in multihued costumes engrossed in the play of life.
An astute sage advised
Rao Jodha to build himself a stronghold. Thus the foundation of impregnable Mehrangarh
Fort atop a steep hill was laid in 1459, at the base of which grew the city that
derives its name from him - Jodhpur. The robust exterior of Mehrangarh is in direct
contrast to the delicacy of its residential apartments within. Surrounded by a
variety of shrubs all over, the city of Jodhpur seems like an oasis in the vast
desert. The pride of the city is the Mehrangarh Fort; sitting on the top of a
rocky hill, at 125 metres high.
What one can see
in Jodhpur
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Girdikot and Sardar
Market
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Jaswant Thada
- Museum
-
Balsamand lake & Gardens
- Mandore
- Mahamandir Temple
-
Kailana Lake
What one can do in Jodhpur
Shopping
in Jodhpur can be an exciting experience. There is a colorful display of rich
collection of handicrafts, jutis (kind of footwear), slippers etc. There are several
clubs that offer recreational facilities including indoor and outdoor sports.
Exercising ones muscles in the cold water pools can be a refreshing exercise in
the hot city of Jodhpur.
How to reach Jodhpur
Most
of the states of Rajasthan are well connected by air and railways. Jodhpur airport
and Jodhpur railway station are the two important connections to the outside world.
