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Jodhpur
Rajasthan builds up its hypnotic lures and casts even more powerful magic, if you have the right kind of time and budget to allow you to explore the state in all its various facets. A 10 km bastion with eight entry gates surrounds the old city of Jodhpur. New city areas have come up around this walled area to expand the original city area. Previously known as Marusthal or the Land of Death, Jodhpur came to life when Rathores of Kanauj decided to win over the harsh surroundings and extreme climatic conditions of the place and make it habitable. Fine craftsmen and sculptors put in all their skills, artistic creativity, and devotion to create ultimate specimens of imperial grandeur in the form of great palaces, flamboyant forts, grandiose temples, and impressive Havelis. The traditional lifestyle, warmth and friendliness of its people, and festive celebrations add to the excitements and charms of the city of Jodhpur. The colorful attires, heavy jewellery, and exotic oriental rituals and culture are a treat to foreigners. Rao Jodha of Rathore clan founded the city in 1459. He built one of the biggest forts in India atop the rocky cliff, which is known as Meherangarh Fort. The massive proportions of the exquisite fort prompted Rudyard Kipling to call it a ‘Work of Giants’. Rathores maintained amiable relationships with Mughals and Maharaja Jaswant Singh helped Shahjahan in 1678 in his war of succession. However, these relationships deteriorated during the reign of Aurangzeb and after his death, Maharaja Ajit Singh drove Mughals out from Ajmer. Jodhpur was then added to the princely state of Marwar. Known for velour and equestrian skills, Jodhpur grew and evolved rapidly during the reign of Maharaja Umed Singh. Polo remains the traditional royal sport of Jodhpur.
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Experience the golden magical and mystical desert sands at the periphery of Jodhpur – one of the three main cities in Rajasthan’s Desert Triangle tourist circuit. The Great Indian Desert of Rajasthan presents some of the premiere tourism attractions and destinations that are worth exploring. Rajasthan Tourism is evolving with time and is increasingly gaining prominence among favored destinations by international tourists. From soft adventure tours to historical delights, from shopping extravaganzas to gourmet rendezvous, Jodhpur presents it all in the most delightful manner.
