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The Jodhpur city is surrounded by a 10 km long wall with
eight gates serving as entrances. The new city is settled
around this walled area.
In Jodhpur, the genius of its sculptors comes to life in its
exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, which stand
testimony to the imperial grandeur. The most alluring part
of Jodhpur is the traditional lifestyle, festivity and the
smiling people who treasure this former princely state.
Attractions of Jodhpur
Marwar Festival
Marwar Festival is held every year in memory of the heroes
of Rajasthan. The festival is held in the month of Ashwin
(September-October) in Jodhpur.
Mehrangarh Fort
Mehrangarh fort is one of the
largest forts in India. The beauty and the grandeur of
numerous palaces in the fort narrates a saga of hard
sandstones yielding to the chisels of skilled Jodhpuri
sculptures.
Umaid Bhawan Palace
The only palace converted into a hotel with some parts
being retained as a museum.
Mehrangarh Fort Museum
The Palanquin Gallery and
Howdah Gallery display a superb collection of old and costly
specimens of great historical value.
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