JodhpurTravel

Jodhpur is a major tourist destination in Rajasthan, India. It has beautiful forts, palaces and is a great place to experience the true essence of Rajasthan. It is a culturally rich city, which welcomes you to enjoy the traditions and heritage of this colorful land. Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the second largest city in the state of Rajasthan. Representing this colourful city with shades of blue, it has a history that is rich and a present that beckons strongly to the discerning tourist. Forts and palaces, temples and havelis, culture and tradition, spices and fabrics, colour and texture, Jodhpur has them all and in plenty. Situated in western Rajasthan, Jodhpur has long attracted both the domestic and outside tourist.

It not only offers tangibles, in terms of what you can see and buy but also fills one with a sense of history and the splendors of an era gone forever. The hospitality of the locals, the demure women, the colourful turban -all set against the unmerciful desert is something to feel, not just see. Every pore of Jodhpur tells its own tales of heroic tales that made legends out of kings and soldiers, romances that continue to warm the heart and a time when epics were lived out on the streets by everyday man.

A tour of Jodhpur city will take you to the exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, or homes, which stand testimony to the imperial grandeur of the erstwhile rulers of the state. The most alluring part of Jodhpur is the traditional lifestyle and festivity, and the smiling people of this former princely state. Come with Travel Point India for a perfect holiday experience while on tour to Jodhpur.

Jodhpur -History in Brief

The city of Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodha of the Rathore clan in 1459. The city saw many battles mainly because its prosperity and riches which tempted the neighboring states. In 1818, the ruler of the city signed a treaty with the British to ensure the safety of the people and the city.

Shopping in Jodhpur

While the shopping centres of Jodhpur may not technically fall under the category of 'what to see', the list would be quite incomplete without it. Renowned for its tie and dye textiles, jootis, lacquerware, antiques, carpets and puppets, make a trip to the Sadar Bazaar, where you will find all of the above and more. Jodhpur has many a unique thing to decorate your home and life with. Visit Mohanlal Verhomal's store for Indian spices, the Umaid Bhawan/ Ajit Bhawan Road to shop for Antiques and don't miss the Jodhpur Handloom House for beautiful Bandhni and Leheriya saris.

Jodhpur -Excursions

About 8kms from Jodhpur is Mandore, which was the old capital. Here you can visit the old cenotaphs of the Rathore rulers and many other tourist places. There are also sixteen deities carved out of the rock face that are worth a look. You can also visit the famous Osian, which is 65kms northwest of Jodhpur. It has many ancient Jain temples and there is a Sun temple, which is quite famous. While you are on a tour to Osian, you might also want to visit the Mahavira temple and the three Vishnu temples.

If you have the time, do take a tour to Jhalmand, which is an 18th century mansion, great for exploration by safaris. You can also travel to Mahamnadir and Balsamand lake besides Sardar Samand, which used to be a hunting lodge.

Jodhpur -Cuisine

Jodhpur has many restaurants and eating-places, where you can enjoy Indian, Chinese, Continental and Mughlai cuisine. While you are there, do not forget to try Kachouri, which is a great snack eaten with chutney. If you have a sweet tooth, then try laddoos, which simply melt in your mouth. And of course, do not forget a tall glass of buttermilk or 'lassi' as it is commonly called.