The home of Rathores - The awesome princely city of Rajasthan founded in 1459 A.D.by Rao Jodha ji today one of largest city of Rajasthan. Once the capital city of Marwar state. Crowning it is the imposing Mehrangarh fort. The old city is situated at foothill of a hillock. The city built in a high wall 10 kms. long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions. Umaid Bhavan Palace could be defined as Taj Mahal of North India. The city carries rich heritage and culture and flourishing industry of wood, cattle, camels, salt and agricultural crops.

Tourist Attractions

• Balsamand Lake and Gardens (5 km)
  A pretty lake built in 1159 A.D. A splendid summer Palace stands by the lake side surrounded by beautiful gardens. An idyllic spot for excursions.
• Mandore (8 km)
  The ancient capital of Marwar has cenotaphs of the Jodhpur rulers. The Hall of heroes has fifteen figures carved out of the rock on the wall which represent Hindu deities. Its beautiful gardens with high rock terraces make it a popular picnic spot. Mahamandir Temple (9 km): Built in 1812 A.D. it is noteworthy temple with 84 carved pillars.
• Kailana Lake (11 km)
  The beautiful lake is an ideal picnic spot.
• Osian (58 km)
  An oasis in the desert, situated on the diversion off the main Jodhpur-Bikaner Highway. A drive to this ancient township takes one past undulating terrain,punctuated by desert stretches and little hamlets. Osian has 15 beautifully sculptured Jain and Brahmanical temples. Of these the most outstanding ones are the earlier Surya or Sun Temple and the later Kali temple,Sachiya Mata Temple and the main Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira.
• Dhawa (45 km)
  A wildlife sanctuary with the largest number of Indian antelopes.
• Nagaur (135 km)
  An imposing fort with beautiful murals. It is also the venue for a beautiful murals. It is also the venue for a week long cattle fair held in Jan/Feb every year. Rohit Fort (40 km): Now a heritage hotel, the fort is worth a visit.
• Luni Fort (20 km)
  Now converted into a heritage hotel, this fort and its surroundings are worth a visit.

How To Reach

• By Air
  Well connected with Udaipur, Jaiselmer, Jaipur, Delhi Bombay
• By Rail
  Linked to Delhi, Agra, Jaiselmer, Jaipur, Udhaipur, and Ahmedabad
• By Road
  Jaipur 340 Kms., Mt. Abu 326 Kms. Bikaner 243 Kms, Udaipur 260 Kms, Agra 568 Kms, Delhi 597 Kms. Bombay 1051 Kms.