About Jodhpur
Set Amidst the Thar Desert, the second largest city of Rajasthan, Jodhpur is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rajasthan. Rao Jodha founded the former capital of the Marwar state, the city of Jodhpur in 1459 AD. As you travel through the Jodhpur city, you get well acquainted with the fortification of the city done with 10 km long wall and 8 gates.

he majestic forts, palaces and temples retain the historic and royal grandeur of the city of Jodhpur. The delicate and intricately made handicrafts, folk dances, folk music and the people in the traditional attire of Rajasthan make the city quite attractive and picturesque in every sense. The two-day Marwar Festival held here in Jodhpur, once in a year, is another principal event that pulls the tourist traffic towards Jodhpur.

Tour Attractions in Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort
Spread over an area of nearly 5 square kilometers, Mahrangarh is situated in the heart of the city of Jodhpur. Besides being a landmark in Jodhpur Mehrangarh fort is a must visit for all the tourists. The fort is famous for its gigantic gateways that were built by the various rulers in the course of history.

Jaswant Thada
Jaswant Thada in Jodhpur is a white marble memorial built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899. It is widely believed that Maharaja Jaswant succumbed to injuries at this place only while fighting Emperor Jahangir. This jewel of Jodhpur tourism is a must visit during your Jodhpur tour.

Umaid Bhawan
Made of marble and pink sandstone, the construction of the Umaid Bhawan of Jodhpur started in 1929 and it took 16 years to complete it. The palace was constructed under the food-for-work program to give employment to the famine-struck population. Umaid Bhawan is a must visit tourism destination in Jodhpur also doubles up as the residence for the current royal family.

Mandore Gardens
Mandore gardens are situated about 8 kilometers from Jodhpur and are a not-to-miss tourism spots during the Jodhpur tour. This ancient capital of Marwar is famous for the cenotaphs of the Jodhpur rulers. The beautiful gardens with high rock terraces make it a popular picnic spot as well. Do visit this tourism destination in Jodhpur.

Rohetgarh Fort in JodhpurBalsamand Lake
Balsamand Lake, a splendid Jodhpur tourism spot, is about 5 kilometers from Jodhpur. This magnificent lake that is a popular tour spot was dug in the year 1159. The garden that adjoins the lake is not well maintained but is worth visiting. The small but magnificent summer palace that stands by the side of the lake is another place worth touring in Jodhpur.

Government Museum
This museum has a rich collection of weapons, textiles, miniatureportraits, local crafts and images of Jain Tirthankars. It is situated in the middle of the Umaid public gardens.

Natural sites
Balsamand Lake - now converted to a resort
Kailana Lake - a picnic spot and a main drinking water source for the city

Temples
Baba Ramdev Temple, Masuria Hills.
Ganesh Temple, Ratanada.
Mahamandir Temple, Mahamandir Chauraha.
Pal Balaji Temple, Pal Gaon.
Santoshi Mata Temple, Lal Sagar.