Jodhpur, or the Blue City of Rajasthan, will lure you with its massive hill fort called the Mehrangarh Fort. Right from this point, you get to behold the city’s landscape washed in blue.
The interiors will transfer you back to the olden era. The cobbled pavements of this city exhibit the essence of Rajasthan in all its glory.
Best time to visit: October to February
Average Temperature: 25-degree celsius
How to Reach ?
The city has its own domestic airport, which is connected to major cities like Udaipur, Delhi, Jaipur and Mumbai.
Jodhpur Railway Station indeed is among widely connection railheads in Rajasthan.
Similar to airways and railways, roadways to are smooth and easily accessible in this city
Attractions
- Umaid Bhavan Palace,
- Jaswant Thada,
- Mehrangarh Fort,
- Mandore Garden, and
- Balsamand Lake.
Places to eat
Nai Sarak (or New Street) that leads to the clock tower and the main market is the center of all activity in Jodhpur. Sample ghevar, the Rajasthani delicacy (or its far richer and tastier version the malai ghevar) and pyaaz ki kachori (or onion kachori) at the famous Janata Sweets or eat (yes, eat) the thick Makhaniya Lassi at Mishralal Hotel just around the corner from the clock tower. Indique, the open-to-air hotel at Pal Haveli across the road from Mishralal’s serves the most delicious laal maas (or red meat), which will be a well-deserved treat after a long, long walk at Mehrangarh.
Street Shopping in Jodhpur
Similar to the other cities in Rajasthan, Jodhpur has one of the most colourful marketplaces with plenty of skilled artisans. From unique fabrics to chic mojaris, jewellery and handicrafts, you cannot bid farewell to Jodhpur without checking out the bustling bazaars of the city.
Clock Tower Market
Locally known as ‘Ghanta Ghar’, this market is famous for its variety of spices (especially Mathaniya’s red chilli), handicrafts, embroidered fabrics and other antiques.
Nai Sarak
A visit to Jodhpur is incomplete without buying the traditional tie and dye (Bandhani or Bandhej) fabric. The place is a must-visit on your trip to Jodhpur and is the best market in the city to pick up souvenirs on your way back home!
Sojati Gate Market
This market is thronged by tourists for beautiful fabrics, handicrafts and jewellery. Remember to stop at one of the stalls to get your hands adorned with traditional henna designs.
Sarafa Bazaar
This market is famous for silver accessories, trinkets, fabrics and other artefacts. Do brush up on your bargaining skills before you hit this bazaar.
Mochi Bazaar
Shop for chic mojaris in myriad colours and patterns at the Mochi Bazaar. You can also find lac bangles and junk jewellery at affordable rates at this market.
Festivals in Jodhpur
Jodhpur Marwar Festival
One of the most popular festivals in the city is the Jodhpur Marwar Festival. Celebrated in the memory of the heroes of Rajasthan, this festival takes places every year. One of the key highlights of this festival is the folk music centred on the romantic lifestyle of Rajasthan’s rulers.
Nagaur Festival
Popularly called the ‘Cattle Fair of Nagaur’, this gala festival in Rajasthan is the second largest festival in India. An annual celebration of eight festive days is celebrated from January to February in the Nagaur locale of Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
A festival dedicated to the trading of animals; camels, horses, bullocks, and others, Nagaur Festival, attracts livestock traders from almost all India corners. The popular and must attend attractions are camel races, tug-of-war, bullock cart races, cockfights, moustache competitions, and others. During these eight days’ fair, Nagaur also hosts the largest chilli market in India and the display of other Indian spices, leather works, and wooden arts and crafts.
Set in the Thar Desert’s striking landscape, the blue city of Jodhpur reflects the rich history and culture of Rajasthan and is popular among travellers. Whether it is taking a stroll around the spectacular Mehrangarh Fort, binging on mirchi vada and pyaaz kachori, or shopping for exquisite bandhanis and mojris, you can never get enough of this beautiful destination.