Jodhpur city at the edge of the Thar desert was once the capital of the Marwar state . It was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the Ramayana. A major trade centre of the 16th century A.D. the fortress-city of Jodhpur is now the second largest city of Rajasthan.

Prime Sites : Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Girdikot and Sardar Market, Museum.

Village Safaris

It has become a popular tourist attraction. Many agencies are offering a trip by jeep to the surrounding villages to see the local way of life. Settlements of the Bishnoi Tribal Community who are famous for their reverence for plant and animal life can be seen in the villages. These trips offer good opportunity to buy rugs and handicrafts. Visitors are shown how villagers make dhurries and can try making pots, grinding grain and firing slingshots

Prime Safari Areas : Desert Safari, Osian Village Safari, Nagaur Village Safari, Dhawa Doli Wildlife Sanctuary, Khichan, Guda Bishnoi.

Shopping in Jodhpur

Jodhpur is well known for its bazaars teeming with articles, typical of Rajasthan. The goods will simply fascinate you!!. The tie and dye garments, linen and mirror work glittering with an iridescence of intricate embroidery. The zinc water bottles (badha), ivory curios, beautifully carved wooden handicrafts and embroidered shoes are available in Jodhpur. Principal shopping areas include Sojati Gate, Girdikot, Ada Bazaar, Khanda Falsa and Lakhara Bazaar