Mehrangarh Fort: Spread over 5km on a stiff rugged hill and looking down from a height of about 100 meters, the fort appears invincible and impenetrable from outside but houses some of the most intricately adorned palaces with exquisitely carved panels and latticed windows. Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are some of the important palaces to visit and view the collection of palanquins, howdahs, royal miniatures, musical instruments, costumes, colorful pagaris and furniture.

Jaswant Thada: A cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble lies very close to the fort. Built in 1899 in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, the cenotaphs also house portraits of the rulers of Jodhpur. It has extremely rare 15 cm thick milk white marble slabs.

Umaid Bhawan Place: Built by Maharaja Umaid Singh (1929-1942 AD), and named after him, this grand palace is also known as Chittar palace, because of the local chittar sandstone used. It is an exquisite example of Indo-colonial art deco style of the 30s. A unique feature of this palace is that the hand-chiselled sandstone blocks have been put together in a special system of interlocking; there is no mortar binding. A portion of the palace has been converted into a hotel, and the remaining is on view for visitors as an excellent museum, which houses model aeroplanes, antique weapons, clocks and bob watches, priceless crockery and hunting trophies. Both sections retain the ambience of royal splendor.

Girdikot and Sardar Marker: Located in the heart of Jodhpur, these colorful markets throb with activity. Tiny shops dot the narrow lanes and a wide range of handicrafts makes this an especially charming area.

Tulhati Maha: An old palace, now a hospital for women.


Museum: Displayed are a wide collection of paintings, sculptures and antique weapons.

Balsamand (5 km): A pretty lake with a pleasure or summer palace on its banks. An ideal picnic spot.

Mandore (8km): The ancient capital of Marwar. It contains the cenotaphs of Jodhpur rulers and sixteen gigantic figures carved out of a single rock depicting popular Hindu and folk deities in bright color, which are very well maintained. The area is surrounded by a landscaped garden with high rock terraces. An ideal picnic spot.

Mahamandir Temple (9 km): It was built in 1812 AD with 84 carved pillars.

Kailana Lake (11 km): Situated on Jaisalmer road, this small artificial lake is an ideal picnic spot. It is like canvas with a splash of romantic colors. The beauty here will linger on your mind for a long time.

Osian (58 km): On the diversion off main Jodhpur- Bikaner Highway, in a deserted valley stand the temples of Ossian. The road winds through undulating terrain between small hillocks punctuated by desert stretches and a few hamlets. From a distance, one gets a picturesque view of the fifteen-odd temples; three are outstanding-the earlier Surya or Sun temple, and later Kali temple, Sachiya Mata Mandir and the main Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira.

Balsamand Lake Gardens: These are built around the artificial lake constructed in 1159 AD. the oldest in Asia. The gardens were developed later on.

Guda Bishnoi (25 kms.): These are immaculately kept villages of the Bishnoi community staunch believers in the sanctity of plant and animal life.

Dhawa (45 km): Situated on Barmer road, and having teeming wildlife, Doli invites you to an irresistible adventure. Black Indian antelopes of varied species can be seen here in large numbers, roaming free and almost mingling with the Bishnoi village.
These antelopes are sacred to the Bishnois and they protect theme from poachers with a fervour and religious zeal, which is typical of this tribe.

Nagaur (135 km): It has an imposing fort with beautiful murals; Its cattle fair attracts many buyers.

Rohit Fort (960 km): It is worth a visit. It has been converted into a heritage hotel.