6 Amazing Tourist Attraction To Visit In Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the second largest metropolitan city of Rajasthan, previously it was the capital of Maharajas mainly Man Singh and Ajit Singh. There are many forts, cenotaphs, lakes, and gardens along with big markets for traditional item shopping.

Here are some top 6 places that you must visit in Jodhpur –

# Mehrangarh Fort

Mehrangarh Fort located 125m above the city of Jodhpur in Mehrangarh. The fort was built by Rao Jodha in 1459, the fort is one of the biggest forts in India. The fort is enclosed in thick boundaries inside which many palaces are there which are famous for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. There is a total of seven gates in the fort, you can see the imprints of cannonballs fired on the second gate of the fort during wartime. Fort includes Jayapol i.e. victory gate built by Maharaja Man Singh and Fattehpol i.e. victory gate built by Maharaja Ajit Singh, these victory gate commemorates the victory of Maharajas over Jaipur and Bikaner Armies and Mughals respectively. There is a museum inside the fort which is one of the most well-stocked museums in Rajasthan, it consists of royal palanquins (popular means of travel for the ladies of the nobility). The museum includes the heritage of the Rathores such as customs, paintings, arms and decorated period. The fort has many antique things to gain your attention and will attract you, it has many galleries and they are – Daulat Khana, Elephant’s Howdahs, Armoury, Paintings, Turban Gallery and Palanquins. You must visit the fort and get some knowledge of the ancient kings of Rajasthan.

# Umaid Bhawan Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace is presently a hotel which is owned by Gaj Singh. The Palace was built by Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of Gaj Singh in 1943. Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the world’s largest private residence today, it has 347 rooms along with the principal residence of the former royal family of Jodhpur. Taj Hotels the chain of luxury hotels manages one part of the palace. The Palace is divided into three sections royal family residence, Taj Hotel and a museum which consists of many interesting 20th-century histories of the royal family. The Palace is huge and attracts people with its great architect and beautiful paintings on its wall. People also visit there to get the experience of Royal treatment; you must visit the palace at least to see the museum and to know to the history of one of the world’s largest private residence.

# Clock Tower

Clock Tower of Jodhpur is also known as Ghanta Ghar, it was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh between 1880 to 1911. Clock Tower is a long beautiful architectural tower which consists of a huge clock, this tower is located in Sardar Market or you can say Sadar Bazaar which was named after Maharaja Sardar Singh. You can visit this clock tower to see its amazing architect and click some photos near the tower. You can also do shopping in the Sardar Market which has a variety of items such as traditional clothes, jewellery, food restaurants and cafes.

# Mandore Gardens

Mandore Gardens is as old as Ramayana, the wife of Ravana, Mandodari she was from Mandavyapur – the old name of Mandore. Mandore is the old capital of the kings of Jodhpur. The great garden will welcome you with its greenery, mischievous monkeys and birds. You will find some street vendors, stunning pieces of architecture and craftsmanship. There are many beautiful cenotaphs of the Jodhpur Maharajas, the architecture of these monuments is so wonderful that you might not stop yourself to capture them from every angle. The Garden consists of the cenotaphs of Maharaja Jaswant Singh and Maharaja Ajit Singh, the architectural design of ceiling, walls and pillars are worth watching.

# Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park

Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park is an artificially built park which contains ecologically restored desert and land vegetation. The park was created to restore the natural ecology of the large rocky area below the fort in 2006. The park has an interpretation gallery, plant nursery which includes 250 species of native plants, it has large numbers of lithophytes. Trees such as Rohido, Kumatiyo, Peeloo, Kharo Jaal and many more species of trees are there. Some small shops and cafes are also there inside the Park. The park is the restoration of architecture and ecology, it’s one of the best places to spend time with your family and friends in the beautiful combination of rock and plants.

# Rai ka Baag Palace

Also known as Raj Bagh Haveli, it is a palace situated in Jodhpur, Rajasthan which was constructed in the year 1963 by Hadiji who was the queen of Maharaja Jaswant Singh-I. This palace is octagonal and is one of the favourite spots for tourists due to its attractive rock carved structures and lush greenery. This place is currently used as an Income Tax Office but people can visit this place to admire this magnificent piece of beauty. It was liked by the king so much that he used to spend almost gis entire personal time in this octagonal-shaped bungalow. This centuries-old place is a treat to eyes made with spectacular architecture which is worth visiting.