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Mehrangarh Fort:
Mehrangarh Fort, located in Jodhpur is one of the largest forts
in India. It was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459. The Fort stands a
hundred feet in splendour on a perpendicular cliff, four hundred
feet above the sky line of Jodhpur. Seven gates have to be
crossed to reach the fort. The gates still bear the marks of the
various battles fought in the bygone era. The most notable
Jaypol was built by Maharaja Man Singh in the year 1806;
Fatehpol, also known as the Victory Gate was built by Maharaja
Ajit Singh and the Lohapol, which is also known as the Iron
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Umaid
Bhawan Palace:
Located at 2 km southeast of the Jodhpur city at the top of a
hill, Umaid Bhawan Palace is another major landmark of Jodhpur.
Maharaja Umaid Singh constructed it in 20th century. The palace
is made of marble and pink sandstone. This edifice was started
in the year 1929 and took almost 16 years to get completed. A
part of the palace has now been converted into a hotel and a
museum. |
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Jaswant
Thada:
The Jaswant Thada is an architectural landmark located in
Jodhpur. It is a white marble memorial built by Sardar Singh in
1899 in memory of Maharja Jaswant Singh II. The carving shows
the genius of the sculptors. These stones are extremely thin and
polished. The main memorial has been built like a temple. To
visit the Thada you have to go through the rocky hills. This
also lends a mystic aura to the whole visit. Do make sure to
visit this architectural delight while on a tour to Jodhpur,
Rajasthan. |
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Balsamand Lake and Palace:
The Balsamand Lake in Jodhpur is a popular picnic spot. It is an
artificial lake built in 1159 AD. Balsammand Lake is
approximately 7 kms from the main city, on the Jodhpur - Mandore
road. All around the lake are lush green gardens. You can also
take a walk through the trees, the rose beds and around pools
covered with lilies. The peaceful surroundings of Balsammand
Lake will leave you at peace with yourself. |
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Mandore
Garden:
Mandore garden is a popular local attraction. In the Mandore
garden, there are the dewals or cenotaphs of Jodhpur's former
rulers. Mandore garden has high rock terrace. The garden is open
for tourists from 8 am to 8 pm. Set against a rocky wall are a
pillared compound, housing the "Hall of Heroes" and "Shrine" of
the 330 million gods. |
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Mahamandir Temple:
Tours to enthralling blue Jodhpur are incomplete without tours
to the glorious Mahamandir that is located on the Mandore Road,
located at a distance of 9 kilometers from the main Jodhpur
city. The temple is an architectural splendor, supported by 84
pillars and ornamented with detailed designs and figures
depicting various postures of Yoga. There is an aura of peace
and a feeling of bliss in its surroundings. There are a large
number of devotees who flock to this temple to offer the prayers
and seek the blessings of the presiding deity. |
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