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by Madhav Srinivasan on Oct 07, 2011
The Rajasthan International Folk festival is held every year in Jodhpur, and this year, it starts on October 12th. This event is ideal for tourists as they will get a chance to sink into the local culture and experience the true flavor of traditional Indi
by Afia Ahmad on Jan 25, 2011
Palaces in Rajasthan are one of the prime attractions that draws tourists to this state. These palaces of Rajasthan are eloquent of the grandeur and royalty that once resided here.
by Afia Ahmad on Jan 25, 2011
Shopping in one of the main attractions that draws tourist to Rajasthan. This article shares with the tourists some of the most important things to buy while holidaying in Rajasthan and also the best place to buy them from.
History
Jodhpur, the golden city of Rajasthan, boasts of a history that goes back to the 1100 C.E. when the city was under the rule of the Gurjara-Pratihara Empire. The city was formally founded by Rao Jodha, a chief in the Rathore Clan of Rajputs, in the year 1459. He named the city and its surrounding area as Marwar.
Rao Jodha made Jodhpur his capital, thus making the city an important trading hub of opium, silk, copper, date palms, coffee and sandals. The city came under the rule of Mughals and served as a fief. This was the time when Maharaja Jaswant Singh gained importance as a noteworthy general by the Mughals.
During this time, the city also saw its maximum exposure, with Mughal art and architecture mixing styles with the traditional Rajasthani culture. During the year 1679, Aurangzeb confiscated the city. However, his death in 1707 marked the end of Mughal rule in Jodhpur and the city went back into the hands of the rightful Rajputana rulers.
Regular attacks by the Marathas weakened the rulers and as a result, after 50 long years of hardships and constant strive, British gained control over the city in 1818. The city remained under the British flag till India’s independence in 1947, after which it was declared as apart of Union of India and Jodhpur became the second city of Rajasthan.
The present day Jodhpur came into existence after the approval of the 1956 State Reorganisation Act, wherein it was made part of Rajasthan.
Travel within city
The city of Jodhpur has been an important tourist destination for a long time and there are many travel options that a traveler can choose from to visit the numerous palaces and tourist places around the city. Jodhpur has an airport and a railway station both of which are well connected to the city center with taxis and auto rickshaws. Like any other place in India auto rickshaws are the chief mode of transport in the city. Among the other options are Tongas, motor cycles and mini buses.
Taxi
The best option to travel from the airport to the city is to hire cars. They are cheap and offer a comfortable ride to the city. They charge approximately INR 300 for the 5 km drive to the city center where most of the hotels are located.
Auto Rickshaw
Auto rickshaws are another option and they are cheap and cost around INR150 from the airport to the city. Most of the autos do not have meters and the prices have to negotiate. Travelers can apply a rule of thumb which is to negotiate the price to 60 % of first price offered.
Tonga
Tongas are slow way to get around the city. They may not be comfortable; however they offer a glimpse into a mode of travel from the past.
Hotels
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117 hotels in Jodhpur under following categories:
- Jodhpur Budget Hotels (58):
Ashoka Hotel,
Shanti Bhawan Hotel,
Manu Palace Hotel
- Jodhpur Hostels (12):
Jee Ri Haveli,
Saffron Guest House,
Durag Niwas Guest House
- Jodhpur Medium Range Hotels (55):
Chandra Inn,
Bal Samand Garden Retreat,
Chandelao Garh
- Jodhpur Homestays (2):
Nora Villa Homestay Hotel,
Chhotaram Prajapat's Homestay
- Jodhpur Luxury Hotels (4):
Umaid Bhawan Palace,
Bal Samand Lake Palace,
Ajit Bhawan Hotel
- Jodhpur Resorts (8):
Hotel Lake View & Resort,
Manvar Resort & Camp,
The Desert Haveli Resort
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