Jodhpur Travel, Rajasthan

Jodhpur attracts thousand of tourists from all over the world for its palaces, forts, temple and the desert landscape.

About Jodhpur :

Once the Marwar kingdom, Jodhpur attracts thousand of tourists from all over the world for its palaces, forts, temple and the desert landscape. The second largest city in Rajasthan, Jodhpur is synonymous with the Mehrangarh Fort which overlooks the blue tinge of the blue city. Jodhpur is also known as the sun city of Rajasthan for the sunny weather it gets throughout the year. A thick stone wall covers the old city.

Jodhpur Airport is the main airway to reach this city of Rajasthan. This city is linked to Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and other cities of Rajasthan.

Travel Attractions at Jodhpur:

Umaid Bhawan Palace: Umaid Bhawan Palace is a palace turned heritage hotel in Jodhpur. It was built to provide employment due to the season of a long drought. Finest marble was used in the construction of the palace. The locals of Jodhpur call it Chittar Palace as the chittar sandstone was used in the construction. It is a worth visiting site for its balconies, charming courtyards, green gardens and stately rooms. The Architecture of the building is of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Now this palace was parted into a heritage hotel and a museum.

Mehrangarh Fort: Located at the top of a 125 meter high hill, Mehrangarh Fort is the major attraction of Jodhpur city. The construction of the fort was begun by the founder of Jodhpur, Rao Jodha. Jaswant Singh however completed construction of the most of the palaces of the fort. The collections of the Fort museum are palanquins, howdahs, royal cradles, miniatures, musical instruments, costumes and furniture.

Jaswant Thada: It is a white marble memorial built in memory of the maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The intricate carving of the marble of the cenotaph is worth viewing.

Kaman Art Gallery: Kaman Art Gallery displays the art works of the contemporary Indian painters. It is located near the Clock Tower.

Osiyan Temple: A famous Jain temple, Osiyan temple is located at a distance of 60 kms from Jodhpur. The architecture of the temple is marvelous.

Excursions from Jodhpur:

Luni: Luni village is known for the Chanwa Fort located at a distance of 35 kms away from Jodhpur. Metal, wood craftsmanship of the Luni villagers are famous in Rajasthan. Luni village tour always comes up with lively memories and villages experiences.

Kheechan: Located in Banswara district of Rajasthan, Kheechan is a charming village in Rajasthan. It is 130 kms away from Jodhpur; one can tour this city while on a tour to Jodhpur or Banswara. Banswara was once the royal residence of the brave tribal Bhills community. Kheechan is mainly visited for the Bird Sanctuary which draws migratory birds in winter.