Rajasthan • 2 monuments
Jodhpur in Rajasthan has often been called the artisan’s dreamland. The most exquisite of the architectural wonders of Jodhpur is Mehrangarh fort which is also one of the largest forts in India. The fort is built at a height of about 400 ft. on a rocky hill overlooking Jodhpur city and was formerly the home to the Rajput ruling clan of Rathores. The fort has a rich history spanning over 5 centuries and houses a unique display of Rajput masterpieces. The fort has been constantly rated as a must-see by travellers all over the world and is the winner of the 2013 Travellers' Choice award. The fort has incredibly designed structures and passageways dotted with intricate carvings. The majestic Jodhpur City with blue-painted houses can be seen from the fort. The galleries at the museum in the fort display unique Rajput history and culture. At one of the galleries, the famed sword of King Akbar is showcased along with ancient manuscripts, paintings and textiles. The second gallery displays a wide array of weaponry like swords, axes and daggers. Beautiful Palaces like Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal and Sheesh Mahal (with inimitable mirror work), huge gates and open courtyards preserve the fort’s imperial charm.
Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur, with a deep intention to pay reverence to his father Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, built the memorial called Jaswant Thada in 1899. Standing close to a beautiful pond, the structure epitomizes architectural brilliance and pure royal majesty with its construction from thin marble sheets. On top of that, the structure is polished magnificently to glow under shinning sun and instantly grab the attention from a distance. The place has served as the royal cremation ground and boasts of numerous gazebos and royal cenotaphs with splendour beyond any description. Sculptures, pillars, domes, lattice screens and frescos of the main structure can leave you mesmerized with their precise designs and details. To enhance the overall impact of the structure, a multi-tiered garden was built. You can have some splendid views of Mehrangarh Fort from this spot. A memorial built for a peacock which accidentally flew into a burning pyre is also worth a watch.
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