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Tour
Description:
1) MANDORE GARDEN:
 Mandore
was the former capital of Maharajas of Marwar and is located about 5
miles north of Jodhpur but was later abandoned for the security of
Mehrangarh fort. Here you will find the dewals or cenotaphs of
Jodhpur's former rulers.
Unlike the usual chhatri-shaped cenotaphs
typical of Rajasthan, they were built along the lines of a Hindu
temple, four storeys high, with fine columns and an elegant spire,
all in red sandstone. The most impressive is the dewal of Maharaja
Ajit Singh (reigned 1678-1724). These cenotaphs are set in beautiful
landscaped gardens. Nearby is the hall of heroes, dedicated to
various deities and fabled Rajput folk heroes, whose statues are
carved out of rock and painted in bright colours. Next door is a
larger hall called "The
 Shrine
of the Three Hundred Million, filled
with brightly coloured images of the various Hindu Gods. As you
climb up the hill, you come to the ruined city of Mandore, with its
old palace. The beautiful Maharani's cenotaphs set apart on a rocky
outcrop is a ten-minute walk over the hill. Today its extensive
gardens with high rock terrace make it a popular local attraction.
2)
Clock Tower and Sardar Market: A prime attraction of the city, is
the Clock Tower and the colourful Sardar Market near it. Narrow
alleys lead to quaint bazaars selling textiles, antiques, silverware
and handicrafts.
Location :
Jodhpur
Duration : 1 - 4 hours
Itinerary :
Morning Tour
Afternoon Tour
Number of Pax :
Guide Service :
- Optional on Request
- English Speaking or language of your
choice subject to availability
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