Jodhpur is considered to be the second largest city of Rajasthan in India. It is also remembered by gateway of Thar as this city is located adjacent to the Thar Desert. It is also known as Sun City as sun shines brightly throughout the day in the city.
Jodhpur is considered to be the ancient city as it is the city of medieval period, which was ruled by Rathores.Their kingdom was known as Marwar as it was considered to be the biggest kingdom in Rajputana.The citizens which are residing in Jodhpur are known as Marwaris.
Jodhpur is called the blue city as most of the houses in this city have the shades of blue, which is noticeable in the northern side of the town known as Brahmpuri, for the Brahmin community, who reside there.
How to Reach
Jodhpur is very well connected with airways ,roadways and railways.to all major towns and cities of India.
By PlaneThe airport of Jodhpur is 5 km away from the city center. There is best network of Airways from Jodhpur to all the major parts of India, including the metropolitan cities and other major states of Rajasthan ,including the pink city ,which is the capital –city of rajasthan.
By TrainJodhpur is considered to be the important railway network in northwest zone. It is very well connected with all the direct trains from metro cities and other major cities and towns located in India. There are many express and super fast trains which ply from national capital city.It has broad railway network with all the railway zones in India.
Tourist Spots
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Chamunda Mataji Temple
- Jaswant Thada
- Mandore
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Balsamand Lake
- Kailana Lake
- Baba Ramdev Temple
- Ganesh Temple
- Mahamandir Temple
- Pal Balaji Temple
- Santoshi Mata Temple
Hotels to Stay
- Durag Niwas Guest House
- Karni Bhawan
- Quality Inn Chandra
- Ratan Vilas
- Hotel Residency Palace
- Yogi's Guest House
- Indrashan Homestay
- Surya Kunj Homestay
- Heritage Hotel Ajit Bhawan Palace
- Heritage Hotel Balsamand Lake Palace
- Krishna Prakash Heritage Haveli
- Pal Haveli
- Devi Bhawan
- Innseason
- Polo Heritage
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Taj Hari Mahal
