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Ladnun is a small place in India and can be easily explored within a day. There aren’t many things to do and attractions to visit in this town. Also, being a small town, there are fewer accommodation options. People usually consider making a quick stop here before heading to the neighboring cities. You can halt here for a quick snack and take a little break from your journey.

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Ratangarh fort built on the Agra Bikaner highway by Ratan Singh who was the king of Bikaner in 1820. While the fort was built due importance was given to town planning as an integral part of the town development. The bazaar in the town is laid in shape of a cross with shops painted like the town.

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Nakrasar, Rajasthan

35 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Nakrasar is a small village in the Churu district of Rajasthan. This place is famous for the Satguru Dhama and the Durga temple. Other than these...

Sethani Ka Johara, Rajasthan

42.4 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Sethani Ka Johara was a reservoir constructed to give respite to the natives from the famine in 1956. This was built under relief project by widow...

Aath Khamb Chatri, Rajasthan

44.6 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Aath Khamb Chatri is an 8 pillar dome constructed atop the Rajput’s cremation ground. It is believed to be built in 1776. The base of the dome...

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Tal Chappar Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajasthan

44.7 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Churu district of Shekhawati regeion of Rajasthan, Tal Chappar Wildlife Sanctuary is famous...

Malji ka Kamra, Rajasthan

45.3 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Malji ka Kamra is a mansion in Churu that was was built during the 19th century by famous Oswal Jain family of Kothari clan. It’s a mansion...

Surana Haveli, Rajasthan

45.5 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Surana Haveli is a group of buildings built during the times of the Kothari and Surana clans, two merchant families. The most famous amongst them...

Salasar Balaji Temple, Rajasthan

48.1 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Salasar Balaji temple sees a rush of devotees of Lord Hanuman all time of the year. But it is considered auspicious to visit the temple during the...

Laxmangarh Fort, Rajasthan

59.9 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

The most imposing building of Sikar, Lakshmangarh fort, (owned by the Jhunjhunwala Family) looms over the well laid out township on its west side....

Mandawa Fort, Rajasthan

60.4 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Mandawa is the most happening town of entire Shekhawati tourism sphere. Thakur Nawal Singh built the fort at Mandawa in 1755AD. Today, Mandawa...

Ladnun, Rajasthan

61.3 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Ladnun a city located in the Nagaur district is famous Jain pilgrim destinations. This place has the one of the most splendid Jain temples crafted...

Mahansar, Rajasthan

65.2 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Mahansar is a small town or more of a village in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan nit far from Churu. Located in the middle of Shekhawati region...

Dundlod Fort (Heritage Hotel), Rajasthan

73.9 km from Ratangarh Fort, Churu - See map

Dundlod is famous for the Dundlod fort which is a 17th century fort of the Rajputana clan and now has been restored and converted to a heritage...

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7 Hidden Places in Rajasthan That Tourists Don't Even Know Exist

Home to hundreds of years of fascinating traditions, the state of Rajasthan is like a ride on the sands of time. While Jaipur, Udaipur and Jodhpur are often the most sought out places in Rajasthan , but the land of maharajas has so much more to offer than just those three cities.

The mighty Mehrangarh, the shimmering Lake Pichola, and the lustrous Amber Fort are worth all the hype, but if you get off the tourist circuit in Rajasthan , you’ll discover quite a few unexpected getaways in India’s most flamboyant state.

Do you want to escape the horde? Then head to one of these lesser-known gems in Rajasthan .

Ten second takeaway: Bundi is a town that you might have a picture of in your head, but often struggle to place in the real world. Dotted with blue houses, lakes, hills, bazaars and a temple at every turn, Bundi is straight out of a fairy tale.

It is believed that Nobel laureate Rudyard Kipling penned part of his famous novel Kim in Bundi and this is what he had to say about the Bundi palace,

‘Jaipur Palace may be called the 'Versailles of India'. Jodhpur’s House of strife, gray towers on red rock, is the work of giants, but the Palace of Bundi , even in broad daylight, is such a palace as men build for themselves in uneasy dreams – the work of goblins rather than of men.’

Places to visit in Bundi: Sukh Mahal, Kshar Bag, Dabhai Kund, Raniji Ki Baori, Taragarh Fort, Lake Jait Sagar.

HOW TO REACH BUNDI

By Air: The nearest airport is Sanganer Airport in Jaipur which is about 206 kms away.

By Road: Buses to Bundi are available at regular intervals from Ajmer, Bijolia, Bikaner, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sawai Madhopur and Udaipur.

By Train: There is a small railway station in Bundi that is located about 4 kilometres south of the old city. To reach Bundi by train, you will have to change trains at Chittorgarh, which is connected to all major cities in India.

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Ten second takeaway: Known for its ultra rich crafts that include wood carving, pottery, embroidery work and ajrak prints, the town of Barmer in western Rajasthan is located 153 km from Jaisalmer.

Formerly know as Mallani, the present name of Barmer was given by its founder Bahada Rao, popularly known as Bar Rao, who was a Parmar ruler. Barmer captures the imagination of everyone who visits it, and has successfully stood the test of time and circumstances.

Places to visit in Barmer: Kiradu Temple, Barmer Fort and Garh Temple, Shri Nakoda Jain Temple, Chintamani Parasnath Jain Temple, Juna Fort and Temple

HOW TO REACH BARMER

By Air: The nearest airport is at Jodhpur around 220 km from Barmer.

By Road: State-run buses connect the town with most of the cities in the state including Jodhpur, Jaipur, Udaipur.

By Train: The Barmer railway station is well connected to Jodhpur, which in turn is well-connected to other major cities of India.

Gaib Sagar Lake | Credits: Rajasthan Tourism

Ten second takeaway: Bounded on the east by the state of Gujarat and situated at the foothills of the Aravalli Hills, Dungarpur is as eye-catching as the green marble found here.

The exceptional architecture of Dungarpur's palaces and royal residences offers a sight that you'll struggle to find elsewhere. The stone structures are adorned with jharokhas and built in a style that emerged during the times of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 AD).

Places to visit in Dungarpur: Deo Somnath, Galiakot, Nagfanji, Vijay Raj Rajeshwer Temple, Badal Mahal.

HOW TO REACH DUNGARPPUR

By Air: At 120 kilometres, Udaipur is the nearest airport followed by Ahmedabad at 175 kilometres.

By Road: National Highway No. 8, which runs between Delhi and Mumbai and the State Highway (Sirohi - Ratlam highway) passes through the district.

By Train: The railway station is 3 kilometres from the city. An important train route is Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur to reach Dungarpur from Gujarat.

Kuchaman Fort | Credits: John Haslam

Ten second takeaway: An important chapter in the book called Rajasthan , Kuchaman is 100 kilometres from Pushkar. The historical city of Kuchaman houses an impressive looking fort which is currently a heritage hotel.

The scenic surrounding of the fort is alluring and the sky is radiant blue, unlike in the cities where pollution has taken its toll and a clear sky is often like a mirage.

The fort also has a rich collection of original inlay work in semi-precious stones, glass, and gold paint. Even the Sheesh Mahal at Kuchaman fort is a sight to marvel at.

Meera Mahal is another beautiful palace in Kuchaman city, representing the life of the poet saint Meerabai. The folklore is displayed on the palace walls with exquisite paintings and murals that illustrate her life.

HOW TO REACH KUCHAMAN

By Air: The Jaipur airport is the closest airport to reach Kuchaman city. Flights to/from all major cities of the country fly from Jaipur. Located at a distance of 145kms only, travellers from Jaipur can easily hire taxi to Kuchaman.

By Road: A well connected network of roads makes Kuchaman accessible from various places in Rajasthan such as Bikaner (115 km), Jaipur (145 km), Jodhpur (250 km), Ajmer (90 km) and Delhi (440 km). Also daily buses are available from these cities to Kuchaman.

By Train: Kuchaman city has a railway station. There are about 6 direct train from Jaipur to Kuchaman.

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Ten second takeaway: The quaint town of Jhalawar is relatively a greenhorn when it comes to the travel circuit and unlike other cities of Rajasthan , Jhalawar has a rocky but water-laden grassy landscape.

Named after its founder, Jhala Zalim Singh, Jhalawar has a diverse cultural heritage that includes many forts and palaces from the Rajput and Mughal periods.

Places to visit in Jhalawar: Buddhist Caves and Stupas in Kolvi village, Jhalawar Fort, Bhawani Natyashala, Gagron Fort, Chandrabhaga Temple, Sun Temple, Shantinath Jain Temple.

HOW TO REACH JHALAWAR

By Air: The closest airport is Indore 240 kilometres away followed by Jaipur Airport 345kms

By Road: Jhalawar lies on National Highway No. 12 and is connected by bus to many cities in Rajasthan.

By Train: Nearest major railhead is Kota Junction (85 Kms.) Jhalawar also has a newly constructed railway station named Jhalawar City. You can reach the station from Kota Junction station in about 2 hrs by Jhalawar-Kota Passenger train.

Ten second takeaway: The state of Rajasthan is no secret, but it is full of quiet corners and unsung attractions if you know where to look. Nagaur is one such corner.

Home to India’s largest salt lake, Sambhar Lake, the city of Nagaur also finds a mention in the epic Mahabharata. The city was known as 'Jangladesh' in that era and till date retains a lot of its rich cultural heritage, values and traditions.

The dargah of famous Sufi saint Hamiduddin Chisti Faruqui Nagauri, one of the chief disciples of Khwaja Moinuddin, is also located here.

Places to visit in Nagaur: Nagaur Fort, Ladnun, Jhorda, Khatu

HOW TO REACH NAGAUR

By Air: The closest airport is Jodhpur Airport which is 137 kms away.

By Road: Buses are available from Jodhpur, Jaipur and Bikaner to Nagaur.

By Train: Nagaur is connected via rail from Indore, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Surat, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur.

Sawai Madhopur

Ten second takeaway: Popularly known as the 'Gateway to Ranthambore', Sawai Madhopur is a beautiful and legendary city in the desert state of India. Surrounded by Vindhyas & Aravalis, it is an ideal for adventure enthusiasts. Also, the guavas are incredible.

Places to visit in Sawai Madhopur: Ranthambore Fort, Sunheri Kothi, Jama Masjid and Khandhar Fort.

HOW TO REACH SAWAI MADHOPUR

By Air: The Jaipur Airport is the closest and is located 150-170 kilometres away.

By Road: Sawai Madhopur is well connected with all the major cities and town through state bus service as well as private buses and taxis.

By Train: You can easily get regular trains to Sawai Madhopur from other major cities of the country.

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Ladnun History

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Ladnun dates back from 3000 BC and called as 'Gandhrav Vana' in the Hindu epic 'Mahabharata' where 'Ashram of Acharya Bhardwaj' is believed to be. After 'Mahabharata', Nakul and Sahadev got their control over it. Later captured by Chandel Panwar, a descendent of Shishupal. He built a fort, palace, and step-well in Ladnun and the city also be called Chanderi. Later in 270 BC, Maurya king Ashoka built a Budha Matha near the fort and in 232 BC his grandson Samprati built a Jain temple in Ladnun.

After Chanderi’s, Bagti Rajput came to attack but in 574 AD Chauhan king Rana Mohali captured Chanderi. In 895 AD Pandit Lado ji Pareek’s daughter Lada was sacrificed on foundation stone since it was known by the name of Ladnun .

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Mehrangarh Fort / Jodhpur Fort

#1 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 6 km from Jodhpur Junction, Mehrangarh Fort is an ancient hill fort situated in Jodhpur City. It is one of the renowned historical forts in Rajasthan, and among the must include places in Jodhpur sightseeing packages . Situated at 410 feet above the city, Mehrangarh Fort was built by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD when he transferred his capital from Mandore to Jodhpur. The fort was named Mehrangarh, meaning 'Fort of the Sun'. Though the fortress was originally started in 1459 by Rao Jodha, most of the fort which stands today dates from the period of Jaswant Singh of Marwar (1638 -78). Today, this fort is preserved and owned by Maharaja Gaj Singh II - the current Rathore ruler. According to popular folklore, it is believed that to develop the Mehrangarh Fort, the Rao Jodha displaced a hermit called Cheeria Nathji (The lord of birds), who was the hill's lone human occupant. Being angry upon this forced displacement, .....

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Umaid Bhawan Palace & Museum

#2 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 3.5 km from Jodhpur Junction and 6 km from Jodhpur Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace is a royal palace located on Chittar Hill in Jodhpur City of Rajasthan, India. It is one of the world's largest private residences and also one of the popular Jodhpur tourist places . Umaid Bhawan Palace is named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present Maharaja Gaj Singh. Maharaja Umaid Singh had laid the foundations of this opulent 347 room edifice on 18th November 1929. However, the construction work started in 1943. It took 16 years to complete. This sandstone monument is the only 20th-century palace that was built for a noble cause. The purpose was to give employment to the people of Jodhpur during a long period of drought and famine. Situated on Chittar Hill, the highest point in Jodhpur, the palace is a blend of Indian and European architectural influences. Edwardian architect Henry Vaughan .....

Jaswant Thada

#3 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 1 km from Mehrangarh Fort and 5 km from Jodhpur Junction, Jaswant Thada is a royal cenotaph located near Mehrangarh Fort entrance in Jodhpur city of Rajasthan state. It is famed as one of the most beautiful white marble cenotaphs in Rajasthan and also one of the popular Jodhpur tourist places. Jaswant Thada was built by Sardar Singh of Jodhpur in 1899 CE in memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. This cenotaph is an example of architectural brilliance in India. Famed as the Taj Mahal of Marwar, Jaswant Thada is a perfect example of Rajputana style of architecture. It is a white marble memorial, built out of intricately carved sheets of marble. These sheets are extremely thin and polished so that they emit a warm glow when illuminated by the sun. The main memorial has been built like a temple with intricately marble stone carvings, and impressive sculptures, frescos, domes and pillars. The cenotaph has two more tombs within it. The cenotaph of Maharaja .....

Sardar Government Museum - Jodhpur

#4 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 2.5 km from Jodhpur Junction and 3 km from Mehrangarh Fort, Sardar Government Museum is located in the middle of the beautiful Umaid Public Gardens on the High Court Road in Jodhpur. It is one of the most famous museum of Rajasthan and also one of the best places to visit in Jodhpur. Sardar Government Museum was established in 1909 and formally opened to public on 17th March, 1936. Only a century old, the museum was built during the rule of Maharaja Umaid Singh under the able guidance of Edwardian architect, Henry Vaughan Lanchester. The museum is named after Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur. The museum is renowned for its fascinating exhibition of the historic items of the bygone era. There are various exhibits and galleries inside the museum which comprise miniature paintings, textiles, stuffed animals like birds, weapons, and local crafts. The museum also exhibits paintings of the rulers, scriptures and images of Jain Tirthankars. The military section of .....

Mandore Garden

#5 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 8 km from Mehrangarh Fort and 9.5 km from Jodhpur Junction, Mandore Garden is situated at Mandore, the former capital of Maharajas of Marwar before the establishment of Jodhpur. This is a popular picnic spot for the people of Jodhpur. The extensive Mandore Garden has high rock hill terrace, making it a popular local attraction. The cenotaphs of former rulers of Jodhpur can also be seen inside the Mandore Garden. These cenotaphs are not of usual shape and are built along the lines of a Hindu temple. These are built of red sandstone and are four stories high, with fine columns and an elegant spire. The cenotaphs of the Maharani are set on a rocky outcrop over the hill. One of the most prominent cenotaphs is that of Maharaja Ajit Singh which was built in 1793 CE. The garden also has a hall of heroes which holds idols of various folk heroes of the past. Their statues, carved out of rocks and enhanced with brilliant bright colors can be found in this hall. Adjacent .....

Balsamand Lake

#6 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 8 km from Mehrangarh Fort and 10 km from Jodhpur Junction, Balsamand Lake is an artificial lake situated at Mandore on Jodhpur - Mandore Road. It is one of the prominent places to visit in Jodhpur. Balsamand Lake was built in 1159 AD by Gurjara-Pratihara rulers as a reservoir to supply water in the Mandore region. The lake has a length of one km, breadth of 50 m and a depth of 15 m. The lake is surrounded by lush green gardens that house groves of mango, papaya, pomegranate, guava and plum. An artificial cascading waterfall brings water from the reservoir to the gardens. The embankments of the lake, in front of the palace, have domed structure that offers fabulous views of the lake. Visitors can also see animals and birds like peacock, jackal and blue bull roaming in the area. On the banks of the lake is the Balsamand Palace that was built by Maharaja Sur Singh in the 1936. The palace used to be the summer resort of the Maharajas of Jodhpur and the palace .....

Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park

#7 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 1 km from Jodhpur Fort and 5 km from Jodhpur Junction, Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park lies at the foot of Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur city of Rajasthan. The Park extends across 70 hectares about 200 acres of rocky land surrounding the fort. It was created in 2006 for restoration of natural ecology of rocky wasteland and was opened to the public in 2011. This sandy desert park has rock loving plants which adapts to the arid surroundings. Mehrangarh Fort here was once a rocky wasteland, colonised by an invasive plant from Mexico known as mesquite or baavlia. In 2006, Jodhpur's current maharaja Gaj Singh II entrusted filmmaker and environmentalist Pradip Krishen with the mammoth task of converting this baavlia�dominated wasteland into a green zone. It was Gaj Singh's great grandfather Maharaja Umaid Singh's wish to convert this arid landscape into a green zone. But the painstaking efforts of a man and his team have transformed the land into a paradise for migratory .....

Ghanta Ghar / Clock Tower

#8 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 1.5 km from Jodhpur Junction and 3 km from Jodhpur Fort, Ghanta Ghar, also known as clock tower, is situated in Jodhpur city of Rajasthan. It is one of the major landmarks in Jodhpur and also one of the top places to visit in Jodhpur. Ghanta Ghar was constructed by Maharaja Sardar Singh Ji of Jodhpur. Beside the tower, there is the Sardar Market that is frequented by tourists on shopping spree. From this market, tourists can purchase Rajasthani textiles, clay figurines, miniature camels and elephants, marble inlay work and classic silver jewellery. One can also shop here for the finest variety of spices. It is a great place to ramble around at leisure. Timings: 10 AM to 9 PM

Mahamandir Temple

#9 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 3 km from Mehrangarh Fort and 4 km from Jodhpur Junction, Mahamandir Temple is a Hindu temple situated on Mandore road in the city of Jodhpur. It is one of the popular places to visit in Jodhpur. Mahamandir Temple was built in 1812 CE and is well known for its marvellous piece of architecture that stands on 84 beautifully carved pillars. These pillars display intricate stone carvings that depict yoga postures. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Well-designed traditional motifs are studded on the pillars and walls of this temple. People throng this Temple in huge numbers and besides worshipping, they like to witness the beauty and art that is present in this temple which is really appreciating. The different yogic postures add to its beauty, as well as enriching the knowledge of followers of yoga about the actual postures. Timings: 5 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 9 PM

Sardar Samand Lake & Palace

#10 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 52 km from Jodhpur, Sardar Samand Lake is an artificial lake situated on Jodhpur - Pali road in Rajasthan. It is one of the major picnic places to visit as part of Jodhpur trip . This artificial lake as well as the route to the lake is a virtual treat to nature lovers and photographers. The lake attracts several migratory and local birds such as the yellow-legged green pigeon, Himalayan griffon, and Dalmatian pelican, making it a bird watcher's paradise. On the way to the lake, there is a wildlife area, where one can spot animals like Blackbuck, Neelgai, and Chinkara. The summer palace of Maharaja Umaid Singh, Sardar Samand Palace stands on a hill overlooking the Sardar Samand Lake, among the best places to visit near Jodhpur . The palace is a magnificent Art Deco hunting lodge that was built in 1933. It remains the Royal Family's .....

#11 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 61 km from Jodhpur and 173 km from Bikaner, Osian is an ancient town located in the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan in India. It is an oasis in the Thar Desert, and has been known as the 'Khajuraho of Rajasthan' for its temples. This is one of the popular pilgrimage sites in Rajasthan and also one of the top places to visit as part of Jodhpur tour. According to early history, Osian was a center for Brahmanism. It was a major stop for camel caravans during the Gupta period. The city was a major religious center of the kingdom of Marwar during the Gurjara Pratihara dynasty. Tradition states that, after being abandoned for a time, the village was re-established by Utpaladeva. Osian is famous as home to the cluster of 18 ruined Brahmanical and Jain temples dating from the 8th to 11th centuries AD. The shrines are renowned for artwork and carvings. These temples, which include the Sachiya Mata Temple and Jain Temple, are built using red sandstone with Mahavira as .....

Umaid Garden & Zoo

#12 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 1.5 km from Jodhpur Junction and 4 km from Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Garden or Umed Garden is a public garden situated in the heart of Jodhpur city. It is one of the popular gardens of Jodhpur and also one of the top places to visit in Jodhpur. Spread over an area of 82 acres, the famous Umaid Garden was developed by Maharaja Umed Singh and is named after him only. The garden has five separate gates around it to facilitate entry to the garden from different directions. It has lush green lawns with beautiful roses and other seasoned flowers. A walk in the lush environs is refreshing and rejuvenates mind and body. There is also a museum, artistically designed fountains, a library and a zoo inside the garden. Viceroy Willington of the British Raj had inaugurated the zoo. The zoo is home to tigers, lion, zebra, ostrich and an emu. Monkeys are also seen swinging from trees. A 'Walk-in Aviary' in the zoo was constructed on the garden in 1978. The aviary houses different .....

Siddhanth Shiv Temple

#13 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 11 km from Jodhpur Fort and 10 km from Jodhpur Junction, Siddhanth Shiv temple is situated between Takhat Sagar hills and Kalyana Lake on Jodhpur-Chopasani Road in Jodhpur. The Siddhanth Shiv temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The current location of the temple was a completely deserted place prior to its construction and this isolation and serenity attracted the hermit Veetragi Narain Swami who took shelter there. He was later declared as a highly regarded saint, respected and worshiped by the people residing in neighboring areas. At some point of time, a handicapped saint named Gaurishanker, later known as Nepali Baba, also came to this place. He had only four fingers in each of his hand and foot. Nepali Baba, himself, made a big temple by cutting stones. This temple is now known as Siddhanth Shiv Temple. The temple is strategically located between Takhat Sagar hills of Rajasthan which makes it a little difficult to reach it. One can reach the temple .....

Kunj Bihari Temple

#14 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 2 km from Jodhpur Junction and 3 km from Mehrangarh Fort, the Kunj Bihari Temple is a Hindu temple located near Ghanta Ghar market in Jodhpur city of Rajasthan. Kunj Bihari Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna, also known as Sri Nathji, and belongs to Rama Nandi Vaishnava sect of Hindus. This imposing structure was constructed by Maharaja Vijay Singh in 1847 AD in the memory of his son, Sher Singh, who died at a very young age. The shrine has been beautifully built using Makrana stone and Chhitar sandstone. Kunj Bihari Temple seems like a replica of the Ghanshyamji temple in Jodhpur and is an architectural marvel specially the temple top and entrance. It has a toran dwar at the entrance and a sanctum sanctorum. Atop the sanctum is an intricately carved shikhar, which has a kalash at the apex. The entrance of the temple is adorned with a statue of Meera Bai, the great devotee of Lord Krishna. To the left and right of this, there stood the statues of Lord Hanuman .....

Rasik Bihari Temple / Naini Bai Ka Mandir

#15 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 2 km from Jodhpur Junction, Rasik Bihari Temple, also known as Naini Bai Ka Mandir, is a holy shrine situated on Udai Mandir Road near Umaid Garden in Jodhpur. Niniji Temple was built by Naini Bai and is often called as Naini Ji Temple. The main deity worshipped in the temple is Rasik Bihari (Lord Krishna). In 1885 AD, Raja Jaswant Singh gave an idol of Lord Nandi made of marble to be kept in this temple. Presently, the temple is maintained and managed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The temple building is quite a fascinating one. The main portion of the temple is made of white stone and is surrounded by meeting halls on all sides. These halls are called Sabha Mandaps which have red colored pillars made of sandstones. There is also a gallery inside the temple called the parikrama. At the entrance of the temple one will see the statues of Lord Garuda, Vishnu and Hanumanji on either sides of the gate. In the center hall of the temple the idols of .....

Arna - Jharna Desert Museum

#16 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 18.5 km from Jodhpur Junction, Arna - Jharna is a desert museum situated near Arna - Jharna Temple of Mokalawas village in Jodhpur district of Rajasthan. Arna - Jharna Desert Museum was the brainchild of late Komal Kothari, one of the finest Indian folklorists and executed by his son Kuldeep Kothari. The word Arna and Jharna means jungle and spring, respectively. Kothari founded the Rupayan Sansthan, an NGO in 1960 to catalogue and preserve the rich and diverse folk art of Rajasthan. Arna - Jharna is an interactive place that depicts the lifestyle of people living in the villages. Spread over an area of about 10 acres, the museum displays a variety of brooms belonging to different rural communities along with a unique collection of utensils. The artifacts are basic yet intriguing as they represent the socio-ecology aspects of people of different cultures. The museum itself houses a collection of musical instruments from all corners of Rajasthan. There's also .....

Machiya Safari Park

#17 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 8.5 km from Jodhpur Junction, Machiya Safari Park is a biological park situated near Kalyana Lake on the Jodhpur-Jaisalmer Route in Jodhpur. It is one of the must-visit Jodhpur attractions for those interested in wildlife. Machiya Biological Park was conceptualized in the year 1982-83. This park is basically the satellite zoo of the old heritage zoo of Jodhpur. Machiya Biological Park has an area of 41 ha out of 604 ha of Machiya Forest Block. The Machiya Safari Park is an abode to numerous wild animals like deer, desert fox, monitor lizard, blue bulls, rabbits, wild cats, mongoose, monkeys, etc. It also has a bird-watching point which serves as an excellent place for bird enthusiasts. Inside the park premises, there is a fort from where one can get a scenic sunset view. Elephant riding is the main attraction of the park, which gives a bird's eye view of the picturesque wildlife park. .....

Kalyana Lake

#18 of 18 Places to Visit in Jodhpur

At a distance of 10 km from Jodhpur Junction and 11 km from Jodhpur Fort, Kaylana Lake is an artificial lake situated to the west of Jodhpur city on Jodhpur - Jaisalmer Road in Rajasthan, India. Kalyana Lake was built by Pratap Singh in 1872 CE, the then Prime Minister of Jodhpur. The lake spreads over an area of 84 Sq. km. In ancient times this region had palaces and gardens made by two rulers of Jodhpur - Bhim Singh and Takhat Singh. These were destroyed to make Kaylana Lake. It receives its water from Hati Nehar (elephant canal), which is further connected to the Indra Gandhi canal. The city of Jodhpur and all the surrounding towns and villages depend on Kaylana Lake as a source of drinking water. The lake is situated between igneous rock land formations. Also known by the name of Pratap Sagar, the area around this lake was once full of wild bears. It served as a secured hunting place for the royal members. An ideal picnic spot for tourists, this lake offers a breathtaking .....

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Winter from October to March is the best time to visit Jodhpur and also peak season for tourist activities. It is also the best time to enjoy desert camping, sightseeing and its famous festivals like Desert Kite Festival, Marwar Festival, and many other highlights of Jodhpur during winter.

Jodhpur requires around 2 full days to visit the most important attractions. There are several wonderful destinations around Jodhpur like Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Chittorgarh and Mount Abu which can be visited by adding few additional days to the trip.

Budget of Jodhpur trip depends on the trip duration and category of hotel you choose for your stay along with the kind of vehicle you prefer. Jodhpur tour packages offered by Trawell.in start from as low as INR 4800 per person for a 2D/1N trip and from INR 7500 per person for 3D/2N vacation.

Ensure to cover most important places to visit in Jodhpur like Jodhpur Fort, Jaswant Thada, Sardar Government Museum, Mandore Garden, Balsamand Lake, Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, Mahamandir Temple and Sardar Samand Lake & Palace, etc.

Jodhpur is famous for many palaces, forts, temples, shopping markets, Thar Desert, etc. It is also famous as 'Blue City' because of the houses around Mehrangarh Fort that are painted in blue to denote that the buildings belonged to the Brahmins.

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