Jodhpur Tourism

"The Blue City" Jodhpur Tourism Also Known as the "Gateway to Thar", it is famous for itsMehrangarh fort, blue houses, temples, sweets and snacks. Apart from the fort, there are multiple temples, lakes, shopping streets that are like a mirage from a bygone era. Jodhpur is one of the most enchanting cities ofRajasthan, with its mighty Mehrangarh fort overlooking the city. An architectural masterpiece in itself, Mehrangarh Fort is a magnificent fort and is among one of the largest forts in Rajasthan. The city is called the Blue City as it looks completely blue in colour from an aerial view because of its blue walls and blue houses. Also seen in the backdrop of the movie, The Dark Knight Rises, Jodhpur attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world. NearbyJaswant Tadaand Umaid Bhawan Palace are also among the top attractions in Jodhpur. Apart from the old blue city, Jodhpur has grown as a city with wider and cleaner roads in some parts. However, the magic lies in the old city itself with hundreds of shops, guesthouses, eating joints and vendors make it a chirpy bustling city, especially near the landmark clock tower and Sardar Market. Download Jodhpur PDF Guide > What's Great? Rich in heritage and culture. Well connected to all major cities across the country. Beautiful architectural monuments. Delicious street food. What's not so Great? Summers can be very hot. For Whom Jodhpur is a great place for all those who love scenic beauty, magnificent architecture and an atmosphere of rich heritage and culture.

The Blue City The Blue City of Rajasthan, Jodhpur has a bluish landscape and is noted for herculean Mehrangarh Fort. The colour of Jodhpur tells the history and makes it a legend - of a populace who shaped a paradise in the heart of the heat and sandstorms of Rajasthan. The Mehrangarh Fort, made with burnishing red sandstone provides a striking contrast to the blue city and 'stands out' at a height of 400 feet above the Jodhpur skyline. History of Jodhpur The city of Jodhpur was founded by the Rajput chief of the Rathore clan, Rao Jodha. It was believed that the Rajput clan that he belonged to were the successors of Lord Rama. Read more about theHistory of Jodhpur Shopping in Jodhpur People from all across the world visit Jodhpur to buy the handicrafts that it is famous for. In fact, there is an endless list of items which can be bought from the place. Read more aboutShopping in Jodhpur

Itinerary Very often referred to as the sun city of Rajasthan, the blue-walled destination offers vicarious attractions for its visitors. Here's an itinerary to get your around the town: Day 1 After you reach the destination, the first step towards starting your day will be getting to the New Town area which is situated around a magnificent clock tower. The roads around have a lot of traditional merchandise and end towards the Sardar market which is a popular destination for shopping. Next, you can take a cab from the central taxi station to Mehrangarh fort which is approximately an hour from the stand. A major attraction to the city, it offers an amazing cityscape and a walk around the fort walls is an adventurous sport.  End your day with a dinner at Indique Restaurant in Pal Haveli with a mesmerising view of Mehrangarh Fort. Day 2 Have a hearty breakfast of traditional Rajasthani Dal Bati Churma and take a bus from your nearest bus stand to Umaid Bhawan Palace. A 347-roomed palace that is a historic landmark and great spot to take some photographs too. Take a small walk or get a cab to get to your next spot that is Mandore Gardens. It is a green area housing the government museum "Hall of heroes". The best place to visit during the evening is the Kailana Lake where you can end your day with some Kesari ice cream from the carts around. Day 3 Spend your last day in the Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park to make it a little adventurous. Spend your day trekking on the glades of the rocky mountain. There are a couple restaurants around which provide traditional as well as a contemporary menu for delicious suppers around the clock. Take off from the park before sundown and travel to Jaswant Thada which is known for its marble carvings and tranquil environment. Have your dinner in the Rocky Mountain Dhaba in a classic way.

Nov-Febis the best time to visit Jodhpur November to February are the best months to visit Jodhpur, although they are cold, with temperatures going close to 0 degree celsius for a few days in January. This is a good weather to visit the forts of Jodhpur. October and March also provides pleasant weather for a trip to Jodhpur. However, being in an arid land, Rajasthan and also Jodhpur is extremely hot during summers, so April to September must be avoided. Weather in Jodhpur Loading... Jodhpur in Summer (April - September) Jodhpur is quite close to the edge of the Thar desert and is in an arid area, hence it has a long, dry and hot summer. These months are best avoided since it gets insanely hot during the day (the temperature could be as hot as 50 degrees during the morning, with little respite at night). Jodhpur in Winter (November - February) These are the best months to visit Jodhpur as the weather is pleasant, and you can visit the monuments easily without any discomfort. It might get very cold during the night (specially mid Dec to mid Jan) but the day time weather is quite pleasant for sightseeing. Monthly Weather in Jodhpur Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 9 24 February 12 29 March 18 34 April 25 39 May 28 41 June 30 40 July 25 35 August 24 32 September 24 35 October 19 34 November 12 31 December 10 29

Events in Jodhpur World Sufi Spirit Festival, Mehrangarh Fort 22nd - 23rd February With the backdrop of the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur will host the World Sufi Spirit Festival on 26th & 27th of February 2016. In the face of a world more and more dominated by materialistic values, the only connections that can be felt are through poetry, as proclaimed by the sufi saints.Through music and dance, the Festival aims at promoting this idea. Jodhpur Flamenco And Gypsy Festival, Mehrangarh Fort 3rd - 5th April The festival aims to promote a link between Rajasthani folk music and the legendary gypsy and flamenco dancers, hence propogating a more contemporary view on music and dance. The 2015 line-up had esteemed artists like Chano Dominguez, Daniel Navarro, and Rajasthan Roots. Jodhpur Riff - Rajasthan International Folk Festival 24th - 28th October Coinciding with Sharad Poornima, the brighest full moon night in India, the Jodhpur RIFF hosts a series of spectacular concerts in and around the Mehrangarh Fort. Supported by Mick Jagger, its international patron, this festival always witnesses a huge turnout.