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Mehrangarh
Fort : The 5 km long majestic fort on a 125m high
hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures. Although
invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached
by a winding road. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces
with marvellously carved panels, latticed windows and evocative
names.
Noteworthy of these are the Moti Mahal, the Phool Mahai, the Sheesh
Mahal, the Sileh Khana and the Daulat Khana. These palaces house
a fabulous collection of trappings of Indian royalty including a
superb collection of palanquins, elephant howdahs, miniature paintings
of various schools, musical instruments, costumes and furniture.
Jaswant Thada : A
cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in 1899 A.D. in
memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the main cenotaph are
the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers.
Umaid Bhawan Palace :
The only 20th century palace built under the famine relief project
that gave employment to famine struck population. The palace was
completed in 16 years. This opulent edifice in sandstone is still
the residence of the former rulers with a part of it running as
a hotel and remaining part as a museum.
Girdikot and Sardar Market : These
colourful markets with tiny shops dotting the narrow lanes are situated
in the heart of the city and 'are popular for a wide range of handicrafts,
making them the favourite haunt of shoppers.