Jodhpur: Private Full-Day Mehrangarh Fort Tour
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See the beautiful highlights of Jodhpur city without the risk of getting lost on this fun guided tour. Your local guide will give you an insider's perspective of the culture and history of the Blue City. You'll visit must-see attractions like hilltop Mehrangarh Fort, the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, and the attractive blue lanes of the old town.
Stepwells are wells or ponds in which the water is reached by descending a set of steps to the water level. They may be multi-storied with a bullock turning a water wheel to raise the well water to the first or second floor. They are most common in western India and are also found in the other more arid regions of the Indian subcontinent, extending into Pakistan. The construction of stepwells is mainly utilitarian, though they may include embellishments of architectural significance, and be temple tanks. Stepwells are examples of the many types of storage and irrigation tanks that were developed in India, mainly to cope with seasonal fluctuations in water availability. A basic difference between stepwells on the one hand, and tanks and wells on the other, is to make it easier for people to reach the groundwater and to maintain and manage the well.
Passing by the outskirts of Mehrangarh fort covering Pachetia hills, a sunset point to enjoy the buzz of the city from height.Finally proceeding back to the departure point covering other local landmarks on the way. Mehrangarh, located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is one of the largest forts in India. Built in around 1459 by Rao Jodha, the fort is situated 410 feet (125 m) above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls. Inside its boundaries there are several palaces known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. A winding road leads to and from the city below. The imprints of the impact of cannonballs fired by attacking armies of Jaipur can still be seen on the second gate. To the left of the fort is the chhatri of Kirat Singh Soda, a soldier who fell on the spot defending Mehrangarh.
Umaid Bhawan Palace, located in Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India, is one of the world's largest private residences. A part of the palace is managed by Taj Hotels. Named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present owner Gaj Singh. The palace has 347 rooms and is the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family. A part of the palace is a museum. Ground for the foundations of the building was broken on 18 November 1929 by Maharaja Umaid Singh and the construction work was completed in 1943.
Rajasthan has its vibrant vibes and like any colorful place, you will find different markets adding to the flavor of the place. Situated in the heart of Rajasthan is the famous city of Jodhpur. Sardar Market is one of the famous markets of Jodhpur. The market is named after its builder, the great Maharaja Sardar Singh. It is located near the clock tower which is another famous Landmark of Jodhpur City.
The Jaswant Thada is a cenotaph located in Jodhpur, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur State in 1899 in memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, and serves as the cremation ground for the royal family of Marwar.
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