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Jodhpur Mehrangarh fort

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Jodhpur Mehrangarh Fort History is related to Rao Jodha. He became the fifteenth Rathore ruler in 1458. One year after his accession, Jodha was advised to move his capital to a safer place. The one thousand years old Mandore fort was slowly and gradually deteriorating. This led to the foundation of Mehrangarh Fort.
Past of Mehrangarh fort in Rajasthan, India has no mention of any seizure. The invincible fortifications are six meters thick. Some of the walls still bear cannon marks they had once withstood. Today this magnificent Jodhpur fort is a living testimony that recounts the chronicles and legends of Jodhpur’s rich past.

Mehrangarh Fort Museum

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:01:43 +0000

Jodhpur Mehrangarh Fort Museum is one of the finest museums in Rajasthan. It is beautifully laid out. It has a palanquin section where you can see a wide collection of old royal palanquins. The palanquin section of the museum of Mehrangarh Fort in Rajasthan, India also includes the elaborate domed gilt Mahadol palanquin, won in a battle from the Governor of Gujarat in 1730. The heritage of the Rathores, including arms, costumes, paintings, decorated period rooms, etc, is exhibited in the museum. The museum gives us an idea of the grandeur of the royal families of the past.

Umaid Bhawan

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The massive Mehangarh fort and the impresive Umaid Bhawan Palace which are symbols of might and valour of the Rajputs, make Jodhpur an ideal location for the festival. It was originally known as the ‘Maand Festival’, a classical style of folk music centred on the romantic lifestyle of Rajasthan’s rulers. The festival is held for two days during the full moon of Sharad Purnima.
The Marwar festival displays the music and dance of the Marwar region. The spirited folk dancers gathered here, perform with zest and entertain the audience with Rajasthani folklore. These folk artistes bring to life the myth and legends of the area and sing songs in memory of the brave heroes.

Umed Garden

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Like Mandore gardens, Umed garden also covers an area of 82 acres. developed by Maharaja Umed Singh, it has green lawns, towering Ashoka trees, roses and seasonal flowers, museum, fountains, library and a zoo.In 1978 ‘Walk-in Avery’ was made where one could see different types of birds-local, African and Australian parrots, ducks, rabbits etc; in their natural environment. A large cage for bears opposites, foxes, deers, lions leopard etc. educate children and mesmerise people with nature’s beauty

About Jaswant Thada

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Jaswant Thada, located half way up the interminably long road that climbs onwards to the fort, is the traditional cremation ground of the rulers of Jodhpur. Taking pride of place amongst the onrnamental gardens and chattris is the fabulous white marble memorial to Jaswant Singh II, built in 1899. The cenotaphs of other rulers , in the same neighbourhood , are relatively simplerThe Jaswant Thada is a peculiar monument to death. The son of the Maharaja Jaswant Singh II built this in memorial of his father. However, the son was unable to follow a family tradition of ever larger and more impressive memorials because inefficient and incapable administration (as we were told) of the kingdom had drained it of the financing necessary to build a more fantastic one. It was small, but still had features that were delicate and unique. Some stones are so thin and highly polished that the sunlight illuminates them, causing a warm glow inside. Also, the building has wonderful views over the city and of the fort.