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Jodhpur Tour
Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan (albeit pleasingly unspoilt by haphazard development), has a fascinating past. In case you were wondering, yes, it is where jodhpurs got their name from! These unusual pants were designed by the Maharaja of Jodhpur's son, Pratap Singh, and worn by his polo team when visiting the Queen of England in 1897. Jodhpur is famous for its blue buildings, which were originally painted to signify that they were occupied by Brahmins (the highest caste in India).
Jodhpur at a Glance:-
State:- Rajasthan
Best time to Visit Jodhpur:- October to March
Languages spoken:- Hindi, English and Rajasthani
Seasons:- Summer (March-June), Winter (November-February), Monsoon (July-September)
Religions:- Hindu, Islamic, Jainism, Sikhism
Temperature:- Summer : (36° C to 42° C) & Winter (10° C to 24° C)
Climate:- Semiarid
Cuisine:- Rajasthani food and Different country foods
- Mehrangarh Fort
The impregnable Mehrangarh Fort, which rises above the city, is one of the largest forts in India. As impressive as it is, as a well preserved heritage structure, there's so much more to discover inside. One of the highlights is the museum, which houses an outstanding collection of fine and applied arts from the Mughal period of Indian history. It even has the only professional museum shop in India. The Fort's ramparts are lined with antique artillery and offer a panoramic view of the "Blue City".
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
The magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace, completed in 1944, was one of the last great palaces to be built in India. The royal family of Jodhpur still occupies a section of it. Most of the remainder has been converted into a luxurious palace hotel and unfortunately, it's off-limits to anyone who's not staying there. If you can't afford $600+ per night for a room, you can still get a glimpse inside the palace by having an expensive dinner at one of its restaurants or visiting the museum. The museum mostly displays old photos of the Maharaja and his family.
- Jodhpur Flying Fox
Adventure lovers can't pass up the unique opportunity to go zip-lining with Mehrangarh Fort as the backdrop. The circuit has six zip lines and takes around 1.5 hours to complete. Groups of up to 12 people depart at appointed times.
