A Fun Itinerary For Jodhpur

Welcome to Jodhpur – a bustling city on the edge of the Thar Desert in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Its characteristic blue houses have graced many magazine cover. Even Travel Dil Se is not immune to its charms. We can’t blame the city. There are so many things to do in Jodhpur. The colourful city is bound to seduce the most sceptical of travellers. Its where picturesque lakes, handsome forts, imposing palaces, and well, stray cows jostle for attention.

On that rather palatable note, let us regale you with beautiful places to visit in Jodhpur and favourite things to do here:

#1 Start your day with a cup of Masala Tea at Bhati Tea Stall

Masala Chai (Spiced Tea) is intrinsic to the rhythm of life in India. Here in Jodhpur, locals love their morning cuppa. Steaming pots of tea made with milk, cardamom, cloves, sugar, ginger, and tea leaves are everywhere to be seen. No day begins without a tiny cup (or two) of spiced tea, known as cutting chai, in local parlance. It’s hard to get a bad cup of tea in Jodhpur but locals are partial to Bhati Tea Stall. There is always a crowd swarming at this tiny stall and it’s easy to see why – their brew is incredible!

#2 Opt for a Desert Experience like no other with Overlander Safaris

Exploring the little-known hamlets and hutments of rural Rajasthan with Overlander Safaris was one of the highlights of trip to Jodhpur. This is nothing like a typical desert safari – there were no sand-dunes or touristy destinations in sight on our day out with Overlander. Drove deep into the rural hinterland of Rajasthan.

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#3 Explore Mehrangarh Fort

No list of things to do in Jodhpur is complete without a mention of the mighty Mehrangarh Fort. One of the largest forts in India, it stands tall atop a perpendicular cliff. It’s easy to spend the better part of a day exploring the sprawling complex and listening to colourful stories on your audio guide.

There are a number of fascinating rooms, royal apartments, and balconies but our favourite room was the Phool Mahal – unsurprisingly it’s a room dedicated to hedonism and pleasure. Its gold filigree ceiling and stained glass windows epitomize oriental opulence and decadence. Here poets would recite their latest verses and dancers would dance all night to please their King. Today, light bounces off its colourful windows and lends an aura of magic to the room.

#4 Dine at Indique Restaurant, Pal Haveli

The handsome Mehrangarh Fort is bathed in the most gorgeous light at sunset and Indique Restaurant at Pal Haveli provides the perfect vantage point from which to view this spectacle. The food isn’t spectacular but the view definitely is – don’t miss it for the world.

#5 Shop

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Sardar Market comprises the labyrinthine bazaars surrounding the Clock Tower in Jodhpur. You can find everything from colourful shoes and pottery to spices and teas here. It’s akin to a colourful reverie – just be prepared to bargain.

If you find bargaining a tad tedious, then The National Handloom Cooperation on NaiSarak is the perfect place for you. The shop offers a great array of clothes and accessories at fixed prices. This will also give you an idea of the prices you should actually be paying for things in local markets.

Have you been to Jodhpur? If yes, then don’t forget to comment down your favourite things to do in Jodhpur. Would you add anything to this list?

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