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Cities
Around
Jodhpur :-
:: Ajmer-Pushkar
:: Alwar
:: Banswara
:: Bharatpur
:: Bikaner
:: Chittorgarh
:: Dungarpur
:: Jaipur
:: Jaisalmer
:: Jodhpur
:: Kota
:: Mount Abu
:: Nathdwara
:: Udaipur
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Welcome
to Jodhpur, Rajasthan
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Area :: 78.60 sq km.
Altitude :: 230 mts
Temperature :: Summer Max 40 °C
Winter :: Max 11 °C
Rainfall :: Average rainfall varies 64 cms
Languages :: Rajasthani, Marwari and Hindi.
Population :: 6,66,279 (1991)
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Read/Write Review About Jodhpur
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Introduction of Jodhpur
Jodhpur the second largest state of the Rajasthan. the town was once known as Marwar, which means ' Land of Death'. It is an island of marble palaces from the desert by an immense wall, with eight gates facing different directions. Jodhpur famous for its magnificent fort and palaces. The city is situated at the edge of the Thar desert with Jaisalmer on its west, Bikaner on its north side. Jodhpur was found by Rajput chief Rao Jodha in 1459. the city was the erstwhile capital of the Marwar estate. A 10 km of long wall made of stone and built about a century after the city was founded, surrounds the old city. It has been drawing the attention of tourist from all over the world.
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Attractions in and Around |
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Mehrangarh Fort
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This fort is one of the largest fort in India. the fort is situated at an altitude of about 125 metres and is spread over an area of 5 sq km, with seven gates. It has been a witness to the splendor of bygone era. The beauty and the grandeur of numero......
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Umaid Bhawan Palace
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This immense palace known as Chittar Palace because of the local chittar sandstone used. the only palace built in 20th century under the famine .It was built in a time of peace and is quite western in its design. It was built as a famine relief proje......
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Temples &Shrine |
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Raj Ranchhodji Temple
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It was made by queen Jadechi Rajkanwar after the death of her husband, king Jaswant Singh. Major Part of the temple is made of red sandstone, carved with beautiful filigree work. The heart of the temple has the statue of Ranchhodji made of black marb......
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Achal Nath Shivalaya
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Achal Nath Shivalaya was constructed by Nanak Devi, queen of Rao Ganga. The construction was completed on 21st May 1531. A large water reservoir called Bawari was made near the Shivlinga which is known as Ganga Bawari. The Garbh Griha, Mandap and Kir......
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Hotels & Tour Packages |
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Hotel Taj Hari Mahal
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As you arrive at Jodhpur, stop for a breath of fresh air at the new Taj Hari Mahal Palace. Taj Hari Mahal Palace is comfortably close to the hub of the city. The architecture of hotel is based on a design that masterfully blends prevalent motifs from......
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Hotel The Ummed
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A true Rajasthan style palace, set amidst sprawling 40 acres of landscaped gardens. A distinctive low-rise building built around a spacious central courtyard, provides guest uncompromising space in an elegant contemporary setting. Uncluttered ambienc......
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Getting in, Around & Away |
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Jodhpur
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TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES :-
Regional Tourist Office (Jodhpur Division) - Tourist Research Centre, Hotel Ghoomar, High Court Road, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Tel. - +(91)--0291--2545083
Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (RTDC) - Tourist Centre, Hotel Swagatam, Office Annexe Near Railway Station, Jaipur - 302 006 (Rajasthan) India .
Tel. - +(91)-141-2203531 / 2202586 / 2202152; Fax - +(91)-141-2201045.
Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan (DOTGOR) - Paryatan Bhawan, Govt. Hostel Campus, M.I. Road Jaipur 302 001 (Rajasthan) India
Tel. - +(91)-141-2370180 / 2371142 / 2371223; Fax - +(91)-141-2376362
Tourist Reception Centre - Rajasthan Tourism Bikaner House, Near India Gate New Delhi - 110 001 India
Tel. - +(91)-11-23381884 / 23389525 / 23386069; Fax. - +(91)-11-23382823
How to Get There Air:-
Air:-
The airport is 5km from city centre. The Indian Airlines Office is south of the Centre on Airport Road and is open daily from 10 am to 1pm and 2 pm to 4.30 pm. It has flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Udaipur and Jaipur.
Rail:-
The city is well connected by the railway lines and trains are available from all major cities in the country for here. The booking office is on Station Road, between the railway station and Sojati Gate. The office is open from Monday to Saturday from 8 am to s pm and only until 1.45 pm on Sunday.
Road:-
RSTC buses and private luxury buses connectJodhpur with almost all major places of Rajasthan.
Local Transport:-
Means of transport in Jodhpur include Taxis, Auto-rickshaws, Tongas. Taxi stand is near the main railway station. Auto-rickshaws are best suited for traversing the narrow lanes of the old city. Jodhpur is a good place to explore by bicycle.
Cities distance From Jodhpur :-
Cities Distance
Ajmer :: 211 km.
Bikaner :: 243 km.
Jaipur :: 342 km.
Jaisalmer :: 298 km.
Barmer :: 297 km.......
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