Jodhpur is the second largest city of the state of Rajasthan. Jodhpur has been drawing the attention of tourists from all over the world.
Standing as the sentinel of the India's western border. Amongst the places to visit and see in Jodhpur are its magnificent forts and palaces.
Jodhpur is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan with Jaisalmer on its west, Barmar, Jalor and Pali on its south, Bikaner on its north, and Nagaur on the eastern side.
Fast Facts
Area
78.60 sq. km
Population
6,66,279
Altitude
230 metres above sea level,Marwari
Languages
Rajasthani and Hindi
Best Time To Visit:
November to March
STD Code
0291
History
The Rajput chief Rao Jodha founded the city of Jodhpur in 1459. Earlier, Jodhpur was the capital of the Marwar state of Rajasthan. A 10-km-long wall made of stone surrounds Jodhpur. Eight doors stand all through the wall leading to different places of Jodhpur. Jodhpur has about 100 towers most of which are surrounded by defensive battlements. The guards' chambers, constructed high up above the ground and fitted with iron spikes on top, could be seen alongside these walls.
Best Season, Climate and Clothing
Jodhpur is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert. Jodhpur has a typical desert climate, dry and hot. The ideal time to visit Jodhpur is the period between November and March. Jodhpur is like an oasis in the vast desert, with a variety of thorny shrubs all over the area. Jodhpur also has some of the animal species that can survive in an arid and dry environment.
One should plan the visit to Jodhpur during the best time to get rid of the uncomforting heat and dry spell of the summer season. One good quality moisturizer and some light woolens for the day and some extra woolen stuff for the winter nights is advisable.
