Jodhpur tourist attractions allure you into a glorious rustic world redolent with history, architecture and ethnicity. Jodhpur is a favorite tourist destination in Rajasthan, India and sees visitors from all over the world every year.
Impressive forts, flawless havelis and a splendid culture welcome you into opal Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India. See the grand Mehrangarh Fort, amazing Jaswant Thada, tribal settlements, temples and other entrancing Jodhpur tourist attractions with Rajasthan Holiday.
The tourist attractions in Jodhpur stand in testimony to the splendorous traditions and culture of the mighty Rathore rajputs who preferred death to defeat. Intricately carved window screens, pillars chiseled to perfection and breathtaking architectural friezes ornament Jodhpur with a fascinating regal aura.
Mehrangarh Fort
The most magnificent fort in Jodhpur is the Mehrangarh Fort. It is situated on a 150m high hill. Rao Jodha, the then chief of Rathore clan, constructed it in 1459. There are a number of attractions within the fort like several palaces, galleries, a museum, temples and so on.
Umaid Bhavan Palace
One of the fascinating palaces of Jodhpur is the Umaid Bhavan palace. Maharaja Umaid Singh constructed it in 20th century. A part of the palace has now been converted into a hotel and a museum.
Jaswant Thada
Jaswant Thada lies to the left of the Mehrangarh fort complex. It is a royal cenotaph made up of white marble. It was built to commemorate Maharaja Jaswant Singh. Some rare portraits of the former rulers of Jodhpur are also displayed here.
Mahamandir
The main temple inside the Mahamandir complex is famous for its graphic sculptures and intricately carved pillars. There are 84 pillars in all and each pillar is an example of artistic imagination and execution skill of the artisans of the past.
Mahamandir literally means "a massive temple." This temple complex and monastery was constructed in 1812 for the priests dedicated to the service of the Jodhpur royal court. Most of the priests who were in employment at the Marwar royal court were descendants of the Nath family. These warrior priests made arrangements to support the royal family in times of war and other emergencies.
Mandore
Ancient Mandore lures you into its labyrinth of ancient ruins with promises of an exciting holiday and a historic Jodhpur adventure. Located at a distance of 9 kilometers from the main Jodhpur city, Mandore served as the royal capital of Marwar long before the establishment of Jodhpur.
Mandore became a Rathore bastion when a Rathore Rajput wed a Pratihara princess. Thus Mandore was basically a wedding present for the Rathore rulers of Marwar. Tour the royal cenotaphs and exotic Mandore gardens during your Mandore tours to Jodhpur with Rajasthan Holiday.
Balsamand Lake and Palace
Tour the aristocratic Balsamand Lake and Palace that is located at a five-kilometer drive from the main Jodhpur city with Rajasthan Holiday and delve deep into the exotic layers of Jodhpur history as you tour the corridors, rooms and palatial structures located within the massive Balsamand Lake and Palace in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Set in the midst of 300 acres of manicured green grounds, the Balsamand Lake Palace stands proud on the banks of the ancient Balsamand Lake aglitter with images of mango, guava and fruit tree groves that grow in thick clusters all over the Balsamand Lake Palace grounds.
Sardar Samand Lake Palace
An art-deco regal hunting lodge, the Sardar Samand Palace was built on the banks of the Sardar Samand Lake in the year 1933 by Maharaja Umaid Singhji.
Built entirely of stone the palace façade is exquisite. Set in the midst of luxuriant and manicured grounds, Sardar Samand Lake Palace offers incomparable vistas of the Sardar Samand Lake that is always abuzz with bird activity. The Sardar Samand Lake Palace has been converted into a heritage retreat that offers royal hotel accommodation. Book a stay at the Sardar Samand Lake Palace with Rajasthan Holiday and experience regal pleasures as you regale the typical Rajputana ambience and unlimited luxury.
Baba Ramdeo Temple
Baba Ramdeo was a local hero who lived in the middle ages and is worshipped with equal fervor by Hindus and Muslims alike in Rajasthan, India. The Baba Ramdeo Temple is a must visit during your Jodhpur tours with Rajasthan Holiday.
Located midway between the Nagori Gate and Jalori Gate the Baba Ramdeo Temple is a sacred temple that is also known as the Adhar Shila Temple.
Trek up a steep sandstone track to reach this ancient temple with an intriguing stone inscription just outside its door that warns the visitor "to enter at his own risk."
