Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park
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Tarini Kumari
Located close to the Mehrangarh Fort, this park was built on a wasteland to restore the natural ecology of the surrounding area. Open pretty much all through the day, the park is a great place to take a leisurely walk at the end of the day. It’s known for its interesting rock formations and there’s an interpretive centre within the premises as well.
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
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Tarini Kumari
The regal, stately Umaid Bhawan Palace Hotel is difficult to describe - as words may not do it justice. The royal hotel has played host to many a celebrity wedding, and is a truly extraordinary location. The Art Deco palace is truly stunning - even the murals inside are Art Deco. Stay here if your budget permits, or just have a meal, or stop by for high tea (at their in-house cafe - Pillars), or just tour the property and take in the stunning structure. Every inch of the Umaid Bhavan experiences boasts of luxury and royalty. Visit and become royalty yourself.
Ghanta Ghar
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Tarini Kumari
Located bang in the middle of Sardar Market, this clock tower is an iconic tourist destination. Climb up the tower (if time permits) and get a birds eye view of the bustling market below and a panoramic view of the Mehrangarh fort.
Mharokhet
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Tarini Kumari
Mharokhet takes one away from the clutter of urban spaces into the simplicity of a farm in rural India; offering unique experiences such as farm tours and plant forward multi-course dining.
Mehrangarh Museum and Trust
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Tarini Kumari
You can’t visit Jodhpur and not spend almost an entire day taking in the magnificence of Mehrangarh fort. An absolute stunning work of architecture, the fort of course comes with historical significance, but also some great food and a ziplining adventure to get a birds eye view of the blue city houses and the lakes behind the palace. There’s also a little gift shop that you must swing by to pick up gifts and little knick knacks to remember your time spent in Jodhpur.
Mandore Garden
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Tarini Kumari
Before the Mehranghar Fort came to life, the now Mandore Gardens was the town’s fortress. Today, the ruins of the historic structure hold archaeological significance and still remain at the spot, surrounded by lush gardens. That’s not it, the gardens are home to a bunch of cenotaphs (architectural structures made of stones - often temples, reading rooms, outhouses etc.) that served during these historic times. Be careful, the garden is full of monkeys, mostly friendly, but better safe than sorry.
Toorji Ka Jhalra Bavdi
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Urbanaut
The stunning stepwell - recently restored by the JDH urban regeneration project - has become the epicentre of the city when it comes to culture and happenings. While the pandemic did a number on this area - the Toorji ka Jhalra will no doubt be restored back to its former glory. Visit and admire the ancient stepwell, walk around the many cafes and shops in the Stepwell Square, and soak in the charms of this lovely city.
Kailana lake
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Tarini Kumari
Located on the outskirts on the city, this man made lake was built by the former Raja of Jodhpur. Over the years, this has been one of the few water bodies that provides water to the city. With a scenic backdrop, the Kailana lake is the perfect spot to catch glimpses of exotic fauna (if you’re lucky), take some great snapshots, and relax.
Houses under Mehrangarh
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Urbanaut
After parking at the fort, and while facing the fort - there’s a set of stairs to the left that lead you down to the famed blue city houses and lanes. Walk through these streets, romanticised by many photographers and Indophile, and get a sense of the day to day lives of the townspeople. End at Raas or the Stepwell Square for a well-deserved drink.