Jodhpur

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. Rao Jodha founded the modern city of Jodhpur on 12 May 1459 AD. Jodhpur is also a famous tourist destination with its many magnificent palaces, forts and temples in the middle of the Thar Desert. It is also called the "Sun City" due to its year-round sunshine. It was also known as the "Blue City" due to the thousands of blue houses surrounding the Mehrangarh Fort located here. Most of the old city is built around this fort, whose watch wall has many gates,[4] although in the last few decades the city has expanded extensively outside this wall. Jodhpur serves as an ideal base center for tourists to travel around the state.Jodhpur, famous as the Sun City, is identified by the stonework used in its palaces and old houses. The huge Mehrangarh Fort of the fifteenth century is situated on a rocky hill, 125 meters above the plain. This city with eight gates and countless towers is surrounded by a ten kilometer long high wall. Jodhpur, the main trade center of the sixteenth century, the city of forts, is now the second largest city of Rajasthan. The magnificent palaces, forts and temples scattered throughout the city, on one hand bring alive the historical glory, while on the other hand, excellent handicrafts, folk dance, music and cheerful people create a colorful atmosphere in the city. 

Achievements
Jodhpur is called the judicial capital of Rajasthan, the High Court of Rajasthan is also located in Jodhpur. Jodhpur also has an airport to connect with the whole world. Famous departments of the whole Rajasthan like Meteorological Department, Narcotics Department, CBI, Customs, Textile Ministry etc. are present here.

Places to visit in Jodhpur:

Mehrangarh Fort
Mehrangarh Fort is one of the most beautiful forts [1] in Rajasthan as it is situated right on the top of the hill. The beauty of this fort is further enhanced by the gates built in a series. One of these gates is Jaipol. It was built by Raja Mansingh in 1806 AD. The name of the other gate is Vijay Dwar. It was built by Raja Ajit Singh to commemorate the victory over the Mughals. There are many important buildings inside the fort for tourists to see. Such as Moti Mahal, Sukh Mahal, Phool Mahal etc. The five kilometer long grand fort situated on a 125 meter high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable buildings. This fort has four gates [2] connected by winding roads, invisible from outside. Inside the fort there are many grand palaces, amazingly carved doors, latticed windows and inspiring names. Notable among these are Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Sileh Khana, Daulat Khana. These palaces contain an amazing collection of Indian royal attire. Apart from this, there is also an amazing collection of palanquins, elephant howdahs, miniature paintings of different styles, musical instruments, costumes and furniture.

Jaswant Thada
It is completely made of marble. It was built in 1899 in the memory of Raja Jaswant Singh (II) and his soldiers. Its artwork still attracts tourists. Built in 1899 AD from white marble in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, it is a group of royal monuments. Inside the main monument are pictures of various rulers of Jodhpur. A Chhath temple is also built.

Umaid Bhawan Palace
Maharaja Umaid Singh built this palace in 1943. The view of this palace made of marble and sandstone attracts tourists. Ancient clocks and paintings are also preserved in the museum of this palace. This is the only twentieth century palace built under the flood relief project. Due to which the flood victims got employment. This palace was completed in sixteen years. This very rich building made of sandstone is currently the residence of the former rulers, one part of which is a hotel and the rest is a museum.

Girdikot and Sardar Market
The colourful bazaar, dotted with narrow streets with tiny shops, is located in the heart of the city and is famous for its wide variety of handicraft items and is a favourite spot for shoppers.

Ghantaghar Market
Friends, if you have visited the famous places of Jodhpur and now you want to do shopping then this is another famous place where you can do shopping. You can buy clothes of your choice from this famous market and there is a huge crowd of people here to buy clothes.

Arna Waterfall
Now let us know about another famous place of Jodhpur. We are talking about Arna Waterfall. This is a very prominent and beautiful place where tourists from far and wide keep coming. Like the waterfall, tourists get attracted to see the greenery and fast flow of water. If you want to enjoy this place then it would be better to go in the rainy season of June, July.

Mandore Gardens
It is located at a distance of 08 km from the city. The ancient capital of Marwar houses the monuments of the rulers of Jodhpur. The Hall of Diamonds has fifteen rock-cut figures representing Hindu deities. With its high rocky platforms, its attractive gardens have also made it a popular picnic spot.

Mahamandir
It was built in 1812 AD. It is remarkable for its 84 carved pillars.

Kaylana Lake
Kaylana Lake is a famous lake in Jodhpur. This beautiful lake is an ideal picnic spot. The lake is located at a distance of 11 km from the main city.

Food
Especially milk products are used a lot here. Like Mawa Laddu, Cream Lassi, Mawa Kachori, and Doodh Firni etc. Mirchi Bada and Pyaaz Kachori are very famous here. In the food, rotis made of millet flour, which are called Sogra, are eaten prominently here. Sogra is eaten with any chutney, greens etc. which is delicious to eat. Similarly, buttermilk and onion are also eaten with it.

Gangaur pujan also has a special significance in Jodhpur and on this festival Gangaur floats are also taken out in the old city. Dhinga Gavar is an event that comes after this. On this day women come out at night in the city wall after performing various stunts and beat men with sticks. It is a unique festival of its kind.