 Sprawled along the edge of great Thar Desert, the blue city of Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. It was once the capital of the former princely state of Marwar, meaning the 'Land of Death' probably because of the harsh climate of the desert. Rao Jodha, the head of the Rathore clan of Rajputs, who claimed to be descendants of Lord Rama, founded Jodhpur in 1459 A.D. To bask in the beauty of this majestic city, join us on Tours to Jodhpur in Fascinating Vacations in Rajasthan, India.
Jodhpur presents some splendid views of its historical legacy through its various manifestations in architectural form. The massive Mehrangarh Fort is the evidence of the city's rich culture and is a popular tourist destination in Jodhpur. This 5 km long structure on a 125 m high hill offers a remarkable sight leaving its viewers awestruck. Within the fort itself are several Palaces adding charm to the already existing beauty of the Palace. Inside the Fort there is a series of courtyards and palaces, a deep terracotta latticed network. They house a museum, with marvelous collection of the trappings of Indian Royalty.
Bounded by the Mehrangarh fort on its West, and the stately sandstone Palace of Umaid Bhawan on its East, the monuments, temples and gardens of Jodhpur, all together portray a versatile grandeur. The place is a haven of marble palaces all dominated by an immense wall, almost 10 kms in length having 8 gates facing different directions.
Shopping destinations in Jodhpur consist of Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan, Girdikot and Sardar Market. Together they serve an ideal haunt for shopping mongers to purchase antiques and traditional Rajasthani stuff at reasonable price to carry souvenirs back home. Even after many centuries, Jodhpur continues to be a leading centre in wool, cattle, camels and salt. For experiencing a magical vacation, book yourself on Tours to Jodhpur.
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