 Umaid Bhawan Palace:
The only 20th century palace built under the
famine relief project that gave employment to famine struck
population. The palace was completed in 16 years.
This opulent edifice
in sandstone is still the residence of the former rulers
with a part of it running as hotel and remaining part as
a museum.
Girdikot
and Sardar Market: These colourful markets with
tiny shops dotting the narrow lanes are situated in the
heart of the city and are popular for a wide range of
handicrafts, making them the favorite haunt of shoppers.
Mehrangarh
Fort: The 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 metre
high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures.
Although invincible from the outside, the fort has four
gates approached by a winding road. Within the fort are
some magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels
, latticed windows and evocative names. Not worthy of these
are the Moti Mahal, the Phool Mahal, the Sheesh Mahal, the
Sileh Khana and the Daulat Khana. These palaces house a
fabulous collection of trappings of Indian royalty including
a superb collection of palanquins, elephant hawdahs,  miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments,
costumes and furniture.
Jaswant Thada: A
cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in 1899
A.D. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the
main cenotaph are the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers.
Girdikot and Sardar Market: These colourful markets with tiny shops dotting the
narrow lanes are situated in the heart of the city and
are popular for a wide range of handicrafts, making them
the favorite haunt of shoppers.
Museum:
The museum has an exquisite ensemble of paintings, sculptures
and antique weapons.
Excursions
 Balsamand Lake and Gardens
(5 km) : A pretty lake built in 1159 A.D. A splendid summer
Palace stands by the lake side surrounded by beautiful gardens.
An idyllic spot for excursions.
Mandore (8 km): The ancient capital of Marwar
has cenotaphs of the Jodhpur rulers. The Hall of heroes
has fifteen figures carved out of the rock on the wall
which represent Hindu deities. Its beautiful gardens with
high rock terraces make it a popular picnic spot.
Mahamandir
Temple (9 km): Built in 1812 A.D. it is noteworthy
temple with 84 carved pillars.
Kailana
Lake (11 km): The beautiful lake is an ideal
picnic spot.
Osian (58
km): An oasis in the desert, situated on the diversion
off the main Jodhpur-Bikaner Highway. A drive to this ancient
township takes one past undulating terrain,punctuated by
desert stretches and little hamlets.Osian has 15 beautifully
sculptured Jain and Brahmanical temples. Of these the most
outstanding ones are the earlier Surya or Sun Temple and
the later Kali temple,Sachiya Mata Temple and the main
Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira.
Dhawa (45
km): A wildlife sanctuary with the largest number of Indian
antelopes.
Nagaur (135
km): An imposing fort with beautiful murals. It is also
the venue for a beautiful murals. It is also the venue
for a week long cattle fair held in Jan/Feb every year.
Rohit Fort (40
km): Now a heritage hotel, the fort is worth a visit.
Luni Fort (20
km): Now converted into a heritage hotel, this fort and
its surroundings are worth a visit |
