Jodhpur tour is an opportunity to explore the vibrant festivals, huge forts, breathtaking palaces and mind blowing sights. The topography of Jodhpur reveals the fact that the location of the city is at the south end of a range of sandstone hills. The city is traditionally noteworthy. The wall surrounding Jodhpur has several gates. Nagori gate, Sojati gate, Merti gate, Jalori gate, Siwanchi gate are some of the famous gates to name a few.
Best Season to visit: October -March
Mehrangarh Fort : The citadel is situated at a height of 125 metres and sprawled over an area of 5 sq km. It is a fantabulous landmark of Jodhpur . Altogether, there are seven gates in the fort which one need to cross to step inside the fort like Jayapol, Fatehpol, and Lohapol.
Jaswant Thada:
The cenotaph is constructed with pure white to pay homage to king Jaswant II in 1899.
Umaid Bhavan Palace :
The usage of marble and pink sandstone in the construction of this marvellous edifice has given a gorgeous look to the entire palace. It took almost 16 years to complete it. The main objective behind the construction of this palace was to assist the people suffering from serious famine in Jodhpur . Currently it is the residence of ex- monarchs and a part of the hotel is a museum which is open to general public.
Mehrangarh Fort - The Mehrangarh fort is counted as one of the biggest forts of India . The excellently architecture mesmerize the onlookers completely.
Girdikot and Sardar Market: It is impossible to imagine a tour to Jodhpur without shopping from this market. The miniature shops offering a wide range of handicrafts and other antique stuff are worth purchasing.
» Government Museum - This museum has a rich collection of weapons, textiles, miniature portraits, local crafts and images of Jain Tirthankars. It is situated in the middle of the Umaid public gardens.
Jodhpur tours are not only famous for the grandiose of the amazing palaces and citadels but for the vigorous culture as well.