Jodhpur, India Travel Guide

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Places to Visit in Rajasthan

Jodhpur

, Rajasthan

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Royal Blue - Jodhpur

Called the "Blue City" because of the blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort. Jodhpur is a royal city and the second largest metropolitan area in the state of Rajasthan. The city is famous as an ideal tourist destination because of its ancient castles, the Mehrangarh Fort and most importantly for the amazing Thar Desert close by. The old city circles the fort and is bounded by a wall with several gates.

Jodhpur travel guide is quite handy to explore the place. In the times gone by, the region was sandwiched between two powerful rulers and enemies, The Mughals and The Marathas. Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a chieftain of the Rathore clan. He captured the surrounding territory and founded a state which later came to be known as Marwar. The city being on the strategic road linking Delhi to Gujarat enabled it to trade in opium, copper, silk, dates etc. In the Jodhpur travel guide, one can also find some must see places in and around the city.

Attractions

: Jai Pol

Jai Pol is located 5 Km away from the heart of the city. The name of the place means ‘the gate of victory’. Its structure stands for the... more »

: Jaswant Thada

Jaswant Thada is situated at a distance of 4 Km from the core of the city. The place is located on the left part of... more »

: Mehrangarh Fort

Mehrangarh Fort is the largest citadel in India. It is just 5 Km away from the heart of Jodhpur and is considered as the most... more »

Events / Festivals

Desert Kite Festival: Amongst the various festivals in Jodhpur, the prominent one is the kite festival. It is celebrated here in the month of January. People across the world come here to take part in this festival with great enthusiasm.

Accommodation

Jodhpur is an urban sprawl, acknowledged for its historical forts. Every year many people come to explore the city at its best. The tourists always appreciate the facilities of accommodation in Jodhpur. There are numerous hotels in Jodhpur and budget hotels in the proximity of Panchbatti Circle in this metropolis. The tourist spots are very near to this location and every year the hotels are heavly booked. So, you have to book your room well in advance. Basic amenities and luxurious facilities like pool tables, badminton and tennis courts, swimming pools and spas are available in these hotels.