The city in blue, Jodhpur
Jodhpur is located almost on the edge of the Thar Desert, the city of Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, the chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs and was the capital of the State of Marwar. The city is called the Blue City as it looks completely blue in colour from an aerial view because of its blue walls and blue houses. Majestic palaces and temples around the city add to the remarkable splendour of this city. In ancient times the city was trade centre for opium, copper, silk, sandals, dates and coffee. The people of Jodhpur are warm and welcoming and their enthusiasm during the famous Marwar festival is infectious. Jodhpur of 6today is known for its stunning handicrafts, folk dances, folk songs and also the brightly dressed people.
Narrating the true spirit of Rathores, Mehrangarh is one of the best preserved forts in India. Within the fort, there are magnificent palaces like Sheesh Mahal and Phool Mahal which will leave you awestruck. Also, the fort has one of the well-stocked museums of Rajasthan. There are six different galleries in the Mehrangarh Museum: Elephant's howdahs, Palanquins, Daulat Khana, Armory, Paintings and the Turban Gallery. National Geological Monument, Nagnecha Mataji Temple, Chamunda Temple and Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park are the tourist attractions in Mehrangarh Fort.
Today, Jaswant Thada is managed and looked after by the Mehrangarh Museum Trust (MMT) and is open to public. The Trust is operating a Museum in Jaswant Thada displaying portraits of Marwar rulers along with informative didactics – the information serves as orientation space to understand the history of Marwar through the Portraits. Its grounds serve as a serene venue for morning concerts during music festivals such as the Rajasthan International Folk Festival and the World Sacred Spirit Festival.
Mandore which was once the ruling seat of the Pratihara dynasty. The garden is a part of the more massive Mehrangarh Fort, and also houses the famous Hall of Heroes and the temple of Three Hundred Million Gods. The garden also has a Government Museum, which is full of artefacts and old relics.
The most striking feature of the garden is the gorgeous cenotaphs or 'dewals' that can be found spread all across the Mandore Gardens. Undoubtedly, the most beautiful and famous of these cenotaphs is the one that belongs to Maharaja Ajit Singh. The structures inside the garden are undoubtedly its most striking feature, the Hall of Heroes for instance - has 16 figures of warriors carved from a single rock.
Jodhpur can be clubbed with Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jaipur. You would enjoy time in Blue City. Stay in touch with us for exploring such wonderful destinations. For Rajasthan tours call us and enjoy pocket friendly tours.
Rajendra Khadpe
Kaustubh Travels
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