Jodhpur:

Amidst the sand dunes and thorny vegetation of Thar desert towers a fort, 120 metres above the plain. The fort overlooks the imperial city of Jodhpur, which is a part of the Desert Tourist Triangle. The old Jodhpur city is surrounded by a 10 km long wall with eight gates serving as entrances. The new city is settled around this walled area. The Maruthal or 'land of death' , came into life when the Rathores of Kanauj moved in. But the city of Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodhaji in 1459 AD. This city was on the silk route of the 16th century and hence was host to a number of travellers.

In Jodhpur, the genius of its sculptors comes to life in its exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, which stand testimony to the imperial grandeur. The most alluring part of Jodhpur is the traditional lifestyle, festivity and the smiling people who treasure this former princely state.

Place to see in and around Jodhpur:-
Mehrangarh Fort
Jaswant Thada
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Government Museum
Girdikot and Sardar Market
Maha Mandir Temple
Balsamand Lake and Gardens(5 km)
Mandore(8 km)
Mahamandir Temple (9 km)
Kailana Lake (11 km)
Osian (58 km)