Centrally located in the state, Jodhpur can be rightly called the heartbeat of Rajasthan. The state’s second largest city after Jaipur, this historic place owes its origin to Rao Jodha of the Rathore clan. Embellished with fine imprints of the ancient Marwar kingdom, this Blue City is the land of great edifices, of rich tradition and culture, and of a booming handicrafts industry.
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Mehrangarh Fort
Spread over an area of 5 km on a steep hill, Mehrangarh Fort is the largest fort in Rajasthan. It is best known for its beauty and architectural grandeur, and for offering majestic views of the Blue City.
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Umaid Bhawan Palace
Perhaps the last of the many great palaces built in India, Umaid Bhawan Palace serves as the residence of Jodhpur royals till date. A part of this striking palace encompasses a museum and 5-star hotel.
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Jaswant Thada
Located near the Mehrangarh Fort complex, Jaswant Thada is a 19th century cenotaph built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. This white marble structure exhibits some rare portraits of former Jodhpur rulers.
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Rai-ka-Bag Palace
Rai-ka-Bag Palace was built in 1663 by Hadiji, the consort of Maharaja Jaswant Singh I. It used to be one of the favourite palaces of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, who mostly stayed in its octagonal bungalow.
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Umed Garden
The Umed Garden owes its existence and name to Maharaja Umed Singh of Jodhpur. This 82-acre garden encompasses verdant lawns, towering trees, seasonal flowers and fountains, along with a library, zoo and walk-in aviary.
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Umaid Bhawan Palace
Umaid Bhawan Palace, a luxury heritage hotel in Jodhpur, was constructed for H.H. Maharaja Umaid Singh, between 1928 and 1943. This palace houses a museum, which exhibits antique clocks, bob watches, hunting trophies, model aeroplanes and exquisite crockery, all belonging to the erstwhile royals.