Languages Spoken:
Marwari, Rajasthani, Hindi.
Best Time To Visit:
November To March
Long Distance Code:
+91-291
Importance:
Famous for the Mehrangarh fort and known as the blue city.
Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan. It is situated on the western border of India, on the edge of the Thar desert.
Amidst the sand dunes and thorny vegetation, towers a 120 mtr high fort above the plain. It overlooks the city. The old city is surrounded by a wall with 8 gates for the entrance. The new city is settled around this walled area. The Maruthal or land of death came to life when Rathores of Kanauj moved in, but the city was actually founded by Rao Jodhaji in 1459 A.D. He was the chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be the descendant of Rama, the epic hero of Ramayana.
