Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. Rao Jodha founded the modern Jodhpur city on May 12, 1459, after defeating the local tribal Bhil Raja and named it after him. After its population crossed one million, it was declared the second "metropolitan city" of Rajasthan. It used to be the capital of the historical princely state of Marwar with the same name. Jodhpur is also a famous tourist destination with its many magnificent palaces, forts, and temples amidst the Thar Desert.

Umaid Bhawan
Umaid Bhawan is one of the last built places in India. This palace is popular for its wonderful design and architecture, which is a major tourist attraction of Jodhpur. Located within the city complex, this palace is a mirror of the princely state of Jodhpur. Currently, the Umaid Bhawan Palace is divided into three areas, one of which is still owned by the royal family of the city of Jodhpur. Of the other two, one has been converted into a heritage hotel. The other is a museum that showcases the art of the imperial era. The palace was built in 1943 and is still inhabited by the royal family of Jodhpur.

Khejdla Fort
Jodhpur has many forts and temples but the Khejdla Fort here is recognized as the magnificent palace of the royal kings and queens of ancient India. Originally built in the 17th century by the Maharaja of Jodhpur, the 400-year-old building has been converted into a hotel. It is made of granite stone and red sandstone, an element of Rajput architecture. This heritage fort is an ideal destination for those who want to experience the rich cultural heritage of India while enjoying a holiday.

Mehrangarh Fort
Mehrangarh Fort, also known as Mehran Fort. This fort was built in 1459 by Rao Jodha in Jodhpur. This fort is one of the largest forts in the country and is situated on the top of a 410 feet high hill. Mehrangarh Fort is protected by massive walls. The entrance of this fort is on top of a hill which is very royal. There are seven gates in the fort which include the names Victory Gate, Fateh Gate, Bhairon Gate, Dedh Kamagra Gate, Fateh Gate, Marti Gate, and Loha Gate.

Mehrangarh Fort Architecture
The Mehrangarh fort and palaces were built over 500 years. In the architecture of the fort, you can also see the basic architectural style of the 5th century with the features of 20th-century architecture. The fort has 68 feet wide and 117 feet long walls. Mehrangarh Fort has seven gates, of which Jaipoli is the most popular. The architecture of the fort has gone through an evolution of over 500 years. The intricate carvings on the fort walls, spacious courtyards, museums, and galleries attract tourists from all over the world. Within the fort, there are magnificent palaces like Sheesh Mahal and Phool Mahal, which continue to be an attraction for tourists.

Chamunda Mata Temple
This is one of the very ancient and one of the oldest temples of Jodhpur, which was built in 1460 AD by Rao Jodha ji, the founder of Jodhpur, which is located very close to the Mehrangarh Fort. In this temple, the presiding deity is worshiped here. People consider this temple as a protective shield. During Dussehra and Navratri, there is a lot of brightness from this temple and at the same time, most of the devotees also come here to visit the temple. The opening time of this temple is daily from 5 am to 12 noon and from 4 pm to 9 pm. Lives between o'clock.

Castle of glass
Sheesh Mahal in Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur - A feature of royal Rajput architecture, the Sheesh Mahal, literally means palace of glass. The palace is exquisitely decorated with glass interior panels and multi-mirrored ceilings. The mirrors used here are convex shaped and designed with colored foil and paint that shimmer in the light of the lamp. These decorative mirrors are well complemented with various religious paintings made in stucco which shows the strong influence of religion and culture on the art of the time. Several decorative panels display deities such as Lord Brahma, Rama, Shiva and Parvati, Lord Krishna playing the flute, etc. This room was the bedroom of Maharaja Ajitsinhji, who ruled Jodhpur between 1679 and 1724.

Clock tower
Ghanta Ghar is a clock tower that was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh and is located in Sardar Market. This tower is more than 100 years old. Will be able to see the beauty of the market and the city, although earlier it was not allowed, but now permission has been given to go up for the tourists.

Jaswant Thada
This magnificent monument is located just a short distance from the Mehrangarh Fort, which is a beautiful monument built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, which was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh in the memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh, in 1899 AD. Jaswant Thada is also known as the Taj Mahal of Marwar, there are often song-music programs, due to which tourists from all over the country like to come here. Jaswant Thada is also the place of cremation for the royal family of Marwar.

Spiritual Meditation Center
Adhyatma Vigyan Satsang Kendra, Jodhpur, established by Pravritti Margi Saint Shri Ramlal Ji Siyag, is purely a spiritual organization. This organization is propagating Gurudev Siyag Siddha Yoga free of cost for human welfare at the world level. On meditating with a specific type of Siddha Yoga method in this center, many types of Yogic actions automatically take place during meditation, which takes away the physical, mental, and spiritual heat of the seeker. People of all religions and castes from India and abroad experience immense peace and happiness here by meditating and chanting mantras through the method of Gurudev Siyag Siddha Yoga.

Mehrangarh Museum Trust Jodhpur
The Mehrangarh Museum Trust is India's premier cultural institution and center of excellence, established in 1972 by Maharaja Gajsinhji, the 36th custodian of Marwar-Jodhpur, to bring the fort alive for visitors. Its director was Karnisingh Jasol, who died tragically in a road accident. This museum has an excellent collection of paintings, sculptures, and ancient weapons.

Girdikot and Sardar Market
The colorful market, with small shops scattered in narrow streets, is in the heart of the city and is famous for a wide variety of handicraft items and is a favorite destination for shoppers.

Arana Waterfall
Now let us know about another famous place in Jodhpur. We are talking about the Arna waterfall place, it is a very prominent and beautiful place, where tourists from far and wide keep visiting. Like a waterfall, the greenery here and the fast flow of water make tourists eager to see the natural scene. If you want to enjoy seeing this place, then it is right to visit during the rainy season.

Arna Waterfall Desert Museum
Arna Jharna Desert Museum is a desert museum located near Mokalawas village at a distance of 9 km from Jodhpur.

Mandore Garden
It is at a distance of 8 kilometers from the city. The ancient capital of Marwar has monuments to the rulers of Jodhpur. The Hall of Diamonds has fifteen rock-cut figures representing Hindu gods and goddesses. It has also become a popular picnic spot due to its attractive gardens along with its high rock terraces.

Osian
Osian is an ancient area of Jodhpur district and is currently spread over as a tehsil. It is situated in the desert on the other side of the Jodhpur-Bikaner highway. The interspersed desert expanses and tiny villages take you back to the undulating landscapes of the past as you travel through this ancient region. There are beautifully carved historical temples of Jains and Brahmins in Osian. The most extraordinary of these are the early Sun Temple and the later Kali Temple, the Sachchiyya Mata Temple, and the Lord Mahavir Temple. This is a very ancient city, earlier its name was Upkesh.

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 kilometers from the main city.

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