Rajasthan is known for its cultural heritage, which people from all over the country and abroad come here to see. There are many places in Rajasthan that are known for their beauty, food, heritage, and buildings. Today in this episode we are going to talk about Jodhpur which is known as the Blue City of India. You will get to see many lakes, palaces and many parks in Jodhpur. The city is most famous for its architecture of blue houses, temples, snacks, sweets, and monuments. If you are looking for a great place to spend your holidays, then Jodhpur is a perfect option for you. Here we are telling you about the places worth visiting in Jodhpur.

Mehrangarh Fort
The huge complex, intricate carvings on the walls, royal halls made of sandstone, and the royal decorations inside make Mehrangarh Fort one of the finest forts in the country. The fort is surrounded by huge walls on all sides which are situated on a high hill, from here you can see the entire beautiful city. The museum present in the fort will tell you the story of its glorious past. The royal palanquin, swords, paintings, and old musical instruments are on display in the museum. Before leaving the fort, do visit the Chokelao restaurant on the roof of the fort, where traditional Rajasthani thali is available. You can go here between October to March because during this time the weather remains cool and pleasant.

Umaid Bhawan Pale
The name of Umaid Bhawan Palace also comes among the best tourist places. It is also famous for architecture. Tourists come here and take excellent photographs. For this reason, tourists crazy about photography come to visit here. The construction of Umaid Bhawan Palace started in the year 1929 and was completed in 1943. This palace is situated at the highest point in the city. The huge palace with 347 rooms is named among the largest private residences in the world. A combination of Indian and European style architecture is visible in this palace. One side of the palace is still occupied by the former royal family. The other two parts of the palace have been converted into the Taj Palace Hotel and Museum. The museum is open to the public, while the hotel is available only to guests.

Clock tower
Ghantaghar in Jodhpur is a magnificent clock tower in the center of the city, built by Maharaja Sardar Singh about 200 years ago. The Bazaar and Tower is a must-visit for travelers who want to see and experience the culture and people of Jodhpur. The clock tower is surrounded by street markets, the most famous of which is Sardar Market, named after the late king. The city's shopping and attractions can be enjoyed after sunset at this location.

Mandore Garden
About 17 km from Jodhpur City. Far away in Mandore Garden, you will get to see statues of about 30 crore ancient gods and goddesses. I know that after hearing the name 30 crores, like me, you too must have thought of visiting Mandore Garden soon. When you go to Jodhpur, do not forget to visit this place, because who knows whether you will find such a place somewhere or not.

Kaylana Lake
Kaylana Lake is one of the most visited tourist places in Jodhpur. All the tourists who come to visit Jodhpur. They came to see this lake once. The picturesque view of this lake fascinates the tourists coming here. If you like bird watching. So this place is going to be even more beautiful for you. Because here you will get to see some exotic birds. The biggest thing is that this lake covers an area of 84 square kilometers. You should visit here once.

Jaswant Thada
Jaswant Thada made entirely of white opal, is called the Taj Mahal of Rajasthan. The carved towers and beautiful domes sparkle in the sunlight throughout the day. This building, built on the left side of Mehrangarh Fort, was built in memory of Maharaj Jaswant Singh II. This royal mausoleum also houses a collection of impressive paintings and magnificent artifacts related to the Rathore dynasty. People who love history must visit this place in Jodhpur city. The best time to visit Jaswant Thada is in the winter months i.e. between October and February.

Balsamand Lake
Balsamand Lake is an artificial lake located at a distance of only 5 kilometers from the central city of Jodhpur. This lake was built by the Gurjara-Pratihara rulers in 1159 AD. Maharaja Sur Singh, who was the creator of this artificial lake, was honored with the title of Sawai Raja in recognition of his impeccable services. Surrounded by lush green gardens, it contains a variety of trees like mango, papaya, pomegranate, etc. You can take a long walk near the waters of this lake and you can also sit in the restaurant of Balsamand Palace and watch the beautiful lake and sunset views. This lake was earlier a reservoir for the villagers of Mandore but has now been converted into an artificial lake.

Castle of glass
Sheesh Mahal in Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur, known as the Glass Palace of Jodhpur, is a wonderful piece of historical architecture decorated with designed glass from ceiling to floor. It is said to be the bedroom of Maharaja Ajit Singh between the 17th and 18th centuries. The blue, green, silver, and gold ornaments hanging from the ceiling as well as the grand European chandeliers were later additions to this hall.

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