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Jodhpur City Tour with Mehrangarh Fort
After breakfast at the hotel, begin your morning city tour of Jodhpur. As the largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur, Jodhpur sits at the edge of the Thar Desert and has long been an important centre of regional culture. The city was founded by Rao Jodha of the Rathore clan, and the former kingdom of Marwar played a significant role in the history of western Rajasthan. Your tour starts with a visit to Mehrangarh Fort, one of the most prominent landmarks featured in many Rajasthan luxury tours. The fort rises high above the city and provides clear views across the blue painted houses of the old quarter. Inside the complex are courtyards, audience halls and galleries displaying armour, textiles and decorative objects that illustrate the traditions of the region. The design of the fort reflects the architectural progression of different ruling periods and remains a strong example of Rajput construction. Continue to Jaswant Thada, a series of royal cenotaphs built from finely carved white stone. The site offers a quiet contrast to the scale of the fort and provides an additional perspective on the heritage of the Jodhpur rulers. Together, these visits offer an overview of the city’s cultural identity and form an important component of your private India tour.