Home » India Travel Guide » Rajasthan Cities » Jodhpur Travel Guide
Jodhpur Travel Guide
Jodhpur is known to be the second largest city of Rajasthan and centuries ago, it was the capital of the mighty Marwar Kingdom. It features a number of tourist places like forts, temples, and palaces, which are set in the picturesque landscape of the Thar Desert. Like the many cities of Rajasthan that have a special name, Jodhpur also owns one- the Sun City due to the bright sunny weather that it enjoys all the year round. One of the three main cities on the Desert Triangle circuit of Rajasthan, Jodhpur is also referred to as the blue city because of indigo tinge of many houses here. Jodhpur is a highlight of Camel Safari Tours of Rajasthan and is a much-frequented place by tourists every year.
Places to see:
Jodhpur is home to a number of tourist places that are relevant even today for their history of rich heritage and culture. Some of the most important places to be visited are:- Mehrangarh Fort
- Jaswant Thada
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Girdikot and Sardar Market
- Museum
- Balsamand Lakes and Gardens
- Mandore
- Mahamandir Temple
- Kailana Lake
- Luni Fort
- The Dhawa
Shopping:
Shopping in Jodhpur is a very rewarding experience for the visitors. Jodhpur is full of small markets that sell the art of many skilled craftsmen. Jodhpur is famous for the special Jodhpuri suit, which gives a royal identity to one’s dressing. Most widely sold out items include antiques, bandhini, footwear, and Mathaniya’s red chili. Some of the most famous places to go for shopping are Sojati Gate, Station Road, Tripolia Bazaar, Mochi Bazaar, Nai Sarak and Clock Tower. Often sought out item at Jaisalmer for purchasing is the special antique style furniture.Where to stay:
The Blue City of India offers a number of hotels for the tourists with world-class facilities and modern amenities. These hotels are easily accessible from the airport and railway station. They range from budget to luxury hotels with rooms that are equipped with modern facilities that match international standards. The rooms provided by the hotels feature state-of-the-art facilities to make it a comfortable and memorable stay for the tourists. We recommend:- Hotel Park Plaza
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Ajit Bhawan
- Hotel The Ummed
How to reach Jodhpur:
Jodhpur is well connected to the major cities of India through different transport facilities.By Air: Direct domestic flights can be boarded from the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, Jaipur and Udaipur to reach Jodhpur.
By Rail: Jodhpur is a very famous tourist spot and this characteristic makes it easy for the tourists to travel by rail from any part of India.
By Road: Bus services are available from Delhi and other places to Jodhpur 24 hours a day.
Travel the Way you Like
Top Selling Tours
TNS Travels Private Limited is a leading inbound tour company of India. Founded in 2007, TNS Travels is now an established name in the Indian tourism sector. The company provides luxurious and comfortable tour selections for the individual traveller, or group, with...
