Jodhpur

About Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the second-largest city in Rajasthan and the former capital of the Marwar region, popularly called the Blue City because it looks completely blue from an aerial view. The magic lies in the streets of the old city circling the mighty Mehrangarh FortMehrangarh Fort — one of India's largest and most dramatically perched fortresses, with hundreds of shops, guesthouses, and vendors near the landmark Clock Tower and Sardar Market. The ornate cenotaphs of Jaswant ThadaJaswant Thada gleam like white marble poetry, while the lavish Umaid Bhawan PalaceUmaid Bhawan Palace — still a functioning royal residence — offers a glimpse into art deco extravagance. Jodhpur is famous for delectable Pyaaj Kachori, Mirchi Bada, and Mawa Kachori. In September, the city hosts the colourful Marwar Festival and Rajasthan International Folk Festival. Traditional Bishnoi Village Safaris, the quirky Bullet Baba temple, and the ancient Thar desert town of Osian (65 km north) add unique experiences. Conveniently located in central Rajasthan, Jodhpur is the perfect base for exploring the state.