Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459.
As it is located between the borders of Gujarat, it has become an important
part of trading. Jodhpur has prospered under peaceful stability during the
'British Raj'.
Jodhpur is a sunny city and also called Blue city of
India. Jodhpur is a very famous tourist spot in Rajasthan and formerly was
the capital of the Marwar Kingdom. Modern Jodhpur has grown to its palaces,
temples, forts and to beautiful architecture cradled in the folds of the Thar
Desert which are popular as tourist attractions.
A tour to Jodhpur can be
enriching and interesting for you as it connects you with nature and it will be
the best way to relax. Masuria Garden located on the hills of Jodhpur city
known as one of the famous spots offers a panoramic view
of blue houses in dotted structure.
How to reach Jodhpur
Jodhpur is very well connected by Rail,
Road, and Air. That’s why it attracts a lot of tourists and travelers a whole
year.
By Air
Jodhpur domestic airport is situated at the
distance of 5km from the main city. Jodhpur is connected through regular flights
with the main cities of India.
Being a famous tourist spot with airport it is also connected with all national
and international air carriers. Daily flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata,
Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Jaipur, Raipur, Udaipur, Lucknow etc. are
operated to and from Jodhpur.
By Train
By Road
Jodhpur is well connected to main cities of
India by Road. The four-lane highway has a good connectivity with Delhi, Ajmer,
Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Bikaner, Udaipur and Agra. Jodhpur can be reached by RSTC
buses which also include luxury buses like Volvo, Scania, Mercedes-Benz etc.
Best time to visit Jodhpur
Jodhpur is the second largest city in the
Rajasthan which has much more to offer in tourism,
sightseeing, temples, forts which make it a very popular traveling spot. October to
March is the best time to visit and enjoy the sun-kissed beauty of
Jodhpur.
The tourist activities in Jodhpur include visiting various forts,
desert camping and attending night music festivals. Jodhpur experiences peak summer weather
from April to August. It is essential to carry your shades and sunscreen during
these days.
Attractions
Jodhpur is situated on the western side of
Jaipur. Jodhpur is also called the picturesque city of Rajasthan. Jodhpur is
blessed with princely palaces, historical forts, and temples. The city
experiences sunny weather with all blue colored ambiance throughout the year.
Many places in Jodhpur can offer romantic
dinner with complimentary Rajasthani food and dances performed by artists in the
night. Forts like Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan palace, Rai ka bagh palace offers
you rich cultural and historical legacies. These forts are also well preserved
by Indian Government in royalty to Rajasthan. By visiting Jodhpur, you can
discover much more to Rajasthani heritage and culture. Do not forget to
complete your trip to Jodhpur by shopping gorgeous jewelry and spices from Ghantaghar.
Stay and Accommodation
There are many comfortable as well as luxury options available for accommodation in Jodhpur, the city being a collection of palaces and forts. Hotel Ummed, a five star heritage hotel in Jodhpur is well known for its warm
hospitality and contemporary facilities. This hotel is one of the cozy places
for accommodation in Jodhpur.
Strategic location of the city
Jodhpur is the most important city of
western Rajasthan and it is situated around 250 kilometers from the outskirt
borders with Pakistan. This area makes it a critical base for the Indian armed
force, Indian Air Force and Border Security Force (BSF). Jodhpur's air base is
Asia's biggest and a standout amongst the strategically located airbases of the IAF.
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