Jodhpur is the second-largest city of Rajasthan, India. The city circles the Mehrangarh fort and expands very widely around it. Jodhpur city is in the middle of the Rajasthan state. Hence it is very convenient for travelers and tourists to visit it or go someplace else from it. The city is known as the blue city. Other names are ‘Gateway to Thar’ and ‘Sun City.’
The temperature of Jodhpur is nice and calm if you go after the summer season. In summers, it is really hot and dry. Rain season is not long in this area. It can be encountered from June to September. If you are visiting Jodhpur, it’s best to visit it after October and before March. Jodhpur is famous for its food and culture. There are blue wall houses all around the city, that is the reason it is called the blue city. If you adore architectural, you can add Jodhpur temples in your list too.
Places to Visit in Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort
The fort was built by Rao Jodha in 1459. The fort is surrounded by thick walls. To reach the Mehrangarh Fort, you can take an auto or taxi. You should fix the price beforehand to avoid any problems later. Another way to reach there is via bus. Check timings if you are going via bus because they are not that frequent.
Mandore Garden
It is 11 km away from the railway station. You can take either a cab or a taxi from the railway station to reach here. It will be easy to find a taxi or auto at fair prices from the railway station. You can also get there by bus. The closest bus stop is Lal Sagar. From there, you are gonna have to take an auto.
Umaid Bhawan Palace
It is 3 km away from the airport and 5 km away from the railway station. It is also closeby to the bus stop. Other than that, taxis, cabs, and tongas are other reliable transports that you can take.
Apart from taxis and cabs, you can rent a bike or scooter too. There are plenty of agencies offering these services. You will find every type of bike and scooter there. Agencies try to keep in mind their customer’s luxuries too.
Famous Foods of Jodhpur
Kalakand
Kalakand is sweet and is also known as Mawa Miahri. It is made of milk and cheese.
Makhaniya Lassi
It is similar to regular lassi, only it has butter in it. There are flavored lassis available too.
Bajre ki Khichdi
In Bajre ki Khichdi, some additional spices are added in the regular khichdi along with Bajra. Vegetables are also added like cauliflower and peas.
Mirchi Bada
It is made of chili and potato dipped in gram flour.
Dal Baati Churma
It is a very famous dish from Rajasthan. Dal is made of lentils, Baati is deep-fried flour balls, and churma is a sweet cereal.
Pyaz ki Kachori
These are spicy onion filled deep-fried balls.
Mawa ki Kachori
It is another sweet dish of Jodhpur. But it is not as sweet as other sweets. It is made of Mawa and refined flour.
Temples in Jodhpur
Raj Ranchhodji Temple
This Krishna mandir was built in 1904 AD by Jadechi Rajkanwar. The queen built it after her husband’s death.
Achal Nath Shivalaya
This temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva. It was built in the 16th century.
Chamunda Mata Temple
The architecture of this temple is mesmerizing. Chamunda Devi was the goddess of the royal family. When Rao Jodha shifted his capital, he brought an idol of Devi in Mehrangarh fort where the temple is situated.
Siddhanath Shiv Temple
Nepali baba who had four fingers each in his hands and feet cut the stones himself and made this temple. Before the temple, there was nothing here in this area.
Markets in Jodhpur
Nai Sarak
In this market, you will see traditional prints of Rajasthan. There will be suits, sarees, dupatta, and Pagdi. You can get cloth material too if you are thinking about getting something stitched with these beautiful prints.
Umaid Bhawan Palace Market
This place is best for antique metalwork and furniture. You will find antique jewelry, handicraft material, and beautiful showpieces.
Mochi Bazaar
This market is best for you if you are a shoe lover. You will get traditional Rajasthani Juti here. You will see different types of shoes with different patterns here.
Educational Institutes in Jodhpur
- AIIMS Jodhpur
- DSRRAU Jodhpur
- IIT Jodhpur
- SNMC Jodhpur
- NIFT Jodhpur
- NLU Jodhpur
Research Institutes in Jodhpur
- ISRO (India Space Research Organization)
- CARZI (Central Arid Zone Research Institute)
- DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation)
- DMRC (Desert Medicine Research Centre)
- AFRI (Arid Forest Research Institute)