With its living heritage, culture, safaris, sand dunes, lush forests and wildlife, the magical state of Rajasthan in the west of the Indian peninsula is an incomparable tourist destination. Rajasthan, also known as the Land of Kings, was the royal home in India with a series of forts, palaces and havelis from the Rajputana period. It is famous for the oldest Aravalis mountain range and the sun-drenched Thar Desert. Situated at the foot of a sandstone hill, the city of Jodhpur appears to be an oasis in the vast desert and a great place to meet the kings of Rajasthan.
This
desert city of Jodhpur is one of the most popular tourist destinations in
Rajasthan. People from all over the world visit Jodhpur every year. Mehrangarh
Fort in Jodhpur is magnanimous with various palaces, galleries, a museum,
temples, etc. Jaswant Thada is a majestic and magnificent white marble cenotaph
built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh. One of Jodhpur's fascinating palaces
is the Umaid, which has now been converted into a hotel and museum. Some of the
famous excursions around Jodhpur are the famous city of Mandore and the
beautifully carved balsamic sand. Guda Bishnoi village is famous for its
nature-loving tribes and the man-made Guda Bishnoi lake. Jodhpur Machiya Safari
Park is a wonderful treat for bird watchers.
The
royal city of Jodhpur was the ancient capital of Marwar and was once an
important trading center. A 10km high wall with 8 gates and countless ramparts
surrounds the city and contributes to its kings and rich heritage. The
inhabitants of Jodhpur are known for their hospitality. They have a typical
Marwari accent and exquisite lifestyle. Women in particular are famous for
their typical Rajasthani clothing and jewelry. Exquisite craftsmanship, folk
dances, folk music and brightly dressed people give the country of Jodhpur a
dazzling aura. The festive spirits of the people come to life at the famous
Marwar Festival, which showcases the dazzling colors of Jodhpur. The Nagaur
Fair and the International Desert Kite Festival are very famous in and around
India.
The city
offers visitors an exciting and rewarding shopping experience. Jodhpur is a
popular spot for bandini, antiques, shoes and spices, with the cold red of
Mathaniya being the best. The best known shopping areas are the Sojali Gate,
known for its saris for binding and dyeing, Bahnhofstrasse for shoes and
embroidered utensils, the Tripoli Bazaar for handicrafts and textiles, the
Mochi Bazaar for Lac bracelets and the bell tower for spices. Tourists can get
any type of cuisine in Jodhpur, from Indian to Chinese, continental to Mughal
cuisine. As for local tastes, the amount of Indian delicacies also originates
in Jodhpur. Makhaniya, Lassi, Mawa and Onion Kachori, Hot & Spicy
Mirchibada and Panchkuta are jewels of Jodhpuri cuisine. Dessert dishes include
the famous Mave Ki Kachori, Besan Ki Chaaki, and Maakhan Vade.
Jodhpur
is a great place to experience the lifestyle of kings. It is a land blessed
with various living dimensions of nature. Jodhpur offers endless options for
tourists, from the tranquility of the desert to the scenic beauty of the lakes,
from relaxing glimpses of flora and fauna to the colorful views of the
residents. So, come and join the festivities in this deserted city.
Amit
Kumar has a keen interest in writing informative articles about India travel
and tourism. She also relayed his words to an Indian portal for India Tours
where information about the city of Jodhpur can be found and get the best packages for
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