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Located 400 ft above the city on a hill, the Mehrangarh Fort (Jodhpur, Rajasthan) is one of the largest forts in India. Its foundation was laid in 1459 by the Rathore king, Rao Jodha. One of the 7 large entrances to the fort. Each entrance was built by the ruler after winning a major battle with other Rajasthani kingdoms and even the Mughals. One of the 7 large entrances to the fort. Each entrance was built by the ruler after winning a major battle with other Rajasthani kingdoms and even the Mughals. The hand prints on the fort walls have been preserved and considered sacred. They are worshipped till today by the locals.
Mehrangarh``, from Sanskrit translates to the ``Sun Fort``. The Sun has been a symbol of the Rajputs for many centuries across Rajasthan. The fort is famous for its highly intricate architecture One of the many royal courtyards in the fort. Local artists perform in these areas to attract and display Rajasthan culture to the tourists. The fort has several palaces built under different rulers over centuries.
The fort has several palaces built under different rulers over centuries. The fort has several palaces built under different rulers over centuries. The fort has several palaces built under different rulers over centuries. Past & Present: The view of Jodhpur city from the fort``s hieghest view point. At a distant, the Umaind Bhawan palace can be seen which is the residence of the present Maharaja of Jodhpur.
The fort has one of the finest museums of the country. It is divided into several exhibits. This picture is from the "Elephant Howdha" - the seat used on the elephants by the Maharaja. Another seat from the "Elephant Howdha" Display of the royal cosmetic/vanity box From the weapon``s room
From the weapon``s room The Phul Mahal; the Palace of Flowers was built early on in the eighteenth century, and it’s as if all the exotic beauty of India was condensed into this one exquisitely breathtaking room. The room is dedicated to the art of pleasure. The Phul Mahal; the Palace of Flowers was built early on in the eighteenth century, and it’s as if all the exotic beauty of India was condensed into this one exquisitely breathtaking room. The room is dedicated to the art of pleasure. The Phul Mahal; the Palace of Flowers was built early on in the eighteenth century, and it’s as if all the exotic beauty of India was condensed into this one exquisitely breathtaking room. The room is dedicated to the art of pleasure.

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  1. Comment By - Neeraj joshi Date - 22 May 2011 Time - 6:18PM

  2. sir on my orkut id 40 photoes of jodhpur so please check them if you like themfor your site than i will be gladful

  3. Comment By - Neeraj joshi Date - 22 May 2011 Time - 6:13PM

  4. i have 10 clasic photo of mehrangarh fort, you can see on (ishojareen1991@gmail.com)at orkut.com pleasesir i will be glad if u will accept those photoes for your site

  5. Comment By - vikramjit singh Date - 15 May 2011 Time - 8:06AM

  6. Pradeep since u are from Jodhpur can u request some friends to click pics of places we have missed out eg chamundamata etc. thanks.

  7. Comment By - pradeep ji nepalia Date - 14 May 2011 Time - 2:12AM

  8. i salute my native place JODHPUR chamundamata,ghantaghar,jaswantthada etc b displayd pl.my all grandfathers were on higher posts of the then MAHARAJA SAHIB BHADUR


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