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The
Land of Rich Heritage, Colors and Traditions brings out
the most of regal experiences. Check out the mood of various
Destinations in Rajasthan, most liked and appreciated
by Travelers around the globe. |
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The Mehrangarh
Fort is located on the hilltop that
rises sharply at the city of Jodhpur. With its 68 ft wide
and 117 ft high walls soaring 400 ft above the city the
fort dominates the surrounding plains and appears very
majestic and impregnable. The Mehrangarh Fort was founded
by Rao Jodha in 1459 when he shifted his capital from
Mandore.
The palaces in the fort were constructed by Rao Jodha
Singh from 1459 onwards in an informal pattern over
several centuries and have its own architectural features,
such as narrow staircases leading to the royal residence,
carved panels and porches, elaborately adorned walls and
brilliant stained glass windows, that create vibrant
mosaics on the floors with the play of light. The various
buildings inside the fort now serve as Mehrangarh museum
now which hosts a well preserved collection of musical
instruments, palanquins, furniture and cannons on the
fort's ramparts |
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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. |
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