Jodhpur, in western Rajasthan, is the second largest city in the state after Jaipur with a glorious history attached to it. Divided into old city and new city, it draws tourists for its historical monuments wherein the gigantic Mehrangarh fort remains the foremost of all. A number of charming lakes, beautiful gardens, museums and temples add gravitas to the city to make a delight for tourists.

Among the tourist attractions in Jodhpur, the Mehrangarh Fort- among India's largest- is most visited spot which depicts the historical glory the best. Built in 14th century and situated atop a 150 m high hill, the fort has many palaces, galleries temples and a museum within. If the Umaid Bhavan Palace is an architectural beauty, then the Rai ka Bag Palace invites tourists for its royalty and splendour.

Tourist attractions in Jodhpur include the Jaswant Thada- a royal cenotaph- which pleases for its exquisite carvings of Jodhpuri sculptors. If the Government museum catches the attention of tourists for its wide collections of historical artefacts, then many parks and gardens, notably the Mandore garden, Umed garden and Nehru Park, charm for their sheer beauty. Jodhpur has many temples, few of them include the Raj Ranchhodji temple, Achal Nath Shivalaya, Kunj Bihari temple and Rasik Bihari temple etc.

Umaid Bhawan Palace is a magnificent piece of architecture, perhaps one of most iconic symbols of Rajasthan’s heritage. Built between 1928 and 1943 and perched atop the Chittar Hill, it is home of the erstwhile Jodhpur royal family and considered the 6th largest private residence in the world. It’s a palace that sumps up the finesse of art and architecture that Rajasthan is bestowed with.    Located close to the Balsam...

Jaswant Thada is a 19th century royal cenotaph located to the left of the Mehrangarh Fort complex in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. This milky white structure was built in commemoration of commemoration of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, who was the 33rd Rathore ruler of Jodhpur. This splendid and visually stunning piece of cenotaph was built was Maharaja Sardar in memory of his father. Two more tombs are housed within the cenotaph making a site rich in history....

The Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur Rajasthan features among the most magnificent forts in India. Built by Rao Jodha in 1459, this splendid fort saw further additions to it by successive rulers to achieve the legendary status it enjoys today. The fort is much more than legend and history and a visit here means enjoying one of architectural gems of the medieval era. Its 68 feet wide and 117 feet elevated walls will leave you in awe for sure! Out of th...

Balsamand Lake is located 5 km from Jodhpur on Jodhpur-Mandore road. Built in 1159 AD, it is a popular picnic spot spread over an area of one km. The lake is also famous for the Balsamand palace which is located on its bank and is a well-known tourist attraction in Jodhpur. The beautiful palace on the banks of Balsamand Lake was built as a summer fort for the Jodhpur kings. The splendid palace and the lake are surrounded by lush green gardens an...

Some 2 km away from Jodhpur Rajasthan is located the big and beautiful Maha Mandir Temple. On the road to Mandore, this huge temple was built in 1812 AD and its intricately carved 84 pillars are a visual treat to the eyes. The visit to this temple is an opportunity to explore an architectural marvel decorated with frescoes and carvings. Once here, you will surely marvel at the craftsmanship of sculptors who made this splendid temple a reality.&nb...

The small town of Mandore, which is 9 km from Jodhpur Rajasthan, was once the capital of the Marwar kings. It has many attractions of historical significance and the Mandore Gardens is one of them. This sprawling garden has a high rock hill terrace which lends it a unique charm. The garden complex has the cenotaphs of the former rulers of Jodhpur making it a site rich in history and royal connection. The cenotaphs inside the Mandore Gardens are ...