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Mehrangarh Fort:
The 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 meter 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 marvelously carved
panels , latticed windows and evocative names. Not worthy of these
are the Moti Mahal, the Phool Mahal, 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 hawdahs, 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 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 favorite haunt of shoppers.
Museum:
The museum has an exquisite ensemble of paintings, sculptures and
antique weapons.
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