The city of Jodhpur has founded in the year 1459 AD by Suryavanshi Rao Jodha. One of the second largest cities of the state, Jodhpur once served as the capital of the princely state of Marwar. With the Mehrangarh Fort to one of its sides and the wonderful Umaid Bhawan to its eastern side, Jodhpur the monuments, temples, and gardens boast the multifarious grandeur of the city. Situated on the ancient silk route, which linked Central Asia and the Northern part of India with the seaports of Gujarat, the city of Jodhpur served as a major trading port in the 16th century.

Altitude:	238.0 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit Jodhpur is during the winter season, from October to March
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 40.0 ‘C Mean Min. 30.0 ‘C Winter: Mean Max. 25.0 ‘C Mean Min. 11.0 ‘C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or cotton Winter Woolen.

Distances from Jodhpur
Delhi 597 Kms.	Agra 568 Kms.	Ajmer 208 Kms.
Alwar 483 Kms.	Bharatpur 478 Kms.	Jaipur 340 Kms.
Jaisalmer 305 Kms.	Mt. Abu 326 Kms.	Ranthambhore 481 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Mehrangarh: The Mehrangarh Fort is one of the largest forts in India, built in the year 1460 by Rao Jodha. Situated at a height of 410 feet, the fort features massive thick walls that act as its boundaries. The fort comprises numerous palaces including the Moti Mahal, Sheesha Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana, and Daulat Khana. Moreover, the museum within the fort houses a great collection of howdahs, palanquins, royal cradles, musical instruments, miniatures, royal costumes, and furniture. The fort offers breathtaking views of the entire city and also houses an old cannon.

Umaid Bhawan Palace: The Umaid Bhawan Palace of Jodhpur is one of the largest private residences in the world. Named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, the construction of the palace started in the year 1928 and was completed in 1943. The palace comprises 347rooms and serves as the prime residence of the erstwhile Royal family of Jodhpur. It is believed that the Palace was constructed to provide employment to the people of Jodhpur when a drought hit the city following a curse by a saint. The palace is divided into three functional parts, the residence, the Taj palace hotel owned by the Taj group, and the museum which showcases the 20th-century history of the city.

Jaswant Thada: The Jaswant Thada is a cenotaph erected in the year 1899 by Maharaja Sardar Singh in the honor of his father-Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. A famous attraction site in Jodhpur, Jaswant Thada serves as the burial ground for the rulers of Marwar. Built completely out of marbles, the mausoleum is one of the most famous attractions of Jodhpur and is visited by travelers for its amazing intricate architecture featuring extremely thin & polished marble sheets, which glow when illuminated by sunlight. The mausoleum grounds feature a small lake, tiered garden, and ced gazebos.

Kaylana Lake: Kaylana Lake is a famous attraction located at a distance of 8 km from Jodhpur. Built-in the year 1190 by Pratap Singh, the Kalyana Lake is an artificial lake spread across an area of 84-kilometer square. The palace was constructed on the site of ancient palaces and gardens, which were then destroyed to ce way for the lake. Surrounded by igneous rock land formations the Kalyana Lake, the lake receives water from Haiti near, which is connected to the Indra Gandhi canal. The natural vegetation nearby the lake comprises Babool trees. Kaylana Lake serves as the drinking water source for the residents of Jodhpur and nearby villages. Many migratory birds also visit Jodhpur during the winter season, especially the Siberian cranes.

Balsamand Lake: The Balsamand Lake situated on the Jodhpur-Mandore Road is a popular picnic spot and a noteworthy attraction of the city of Jodhpur situated 5 km from the main city. The lake was constructed by the Gurjara-Pratihara rulers in 1159 AD. The Lake with a length of 1 km, 50m in width, and a depth of 15m, the lake was initially constructed as a water source for Madore. Later, the Balsamand Lake Palace was erected on the shores of the lake as a summer palace. The green gardens comprising trees like mango, papaya, guava, pomegranate, and plum add up to the beauty of this lake.

How to Reach

By Air: The Jodhpur Airport is the nearest domestic airport to Jodhpur, located just 5 km from the city center. The nearest International Airport is in Delhi.

By Rail: Jodhpur is actively connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai via the active railway network. Moreover, the luxurious ‘Palace on Wheels’ is also a great option to consider.

By Road: The city of Jodhpur is also connected to other cities via an active road network. It is connected to Jaisalmer, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Delhi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, and Udaipur via Agoli and Pokaran.