While tourists are touring in the princely states of Jodhpur, they must visit some of the must-see destinations in Jodhpur. The city has a lot to offer to its tourists along with the royal grandeur exuded from the magnificent forts, palaces and towers that dot the city.

Some of the main destinations of tourist interests are the Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan, Mandore Gardens, Balsamand Lake and Gardens and Old Fort Museum. All these destinations should be visited by tourists visiting this city. These sites speak of the royal lineage of this city and give an insight into the glorious past of the region.

The Mehrangarh Fort is located in the center of the city and is spread over an area of 5 sq. kilometer. The fort can be accessed through seven gates, which are named as Jayapol, Fatehpol and Lohapol.

Jaswant Thada is another tourist destination in Jodhpur. This edifice was built in white marble in the year1899, in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II.

Umaid Bhawan is another of the Must-See Destinations in Jodhpur in Rajasthan in India. Made of marble and pink sandstone, this palace was started in the year 1929 and took almost 16 years to be built. This building has been restored with all its architectural brilliance and has been recently converted into a hotel and a museum.

Mandore Gardens is another important tourist place in Jodhpur. This garden is situated in Mandore at a distance of 8 kilometers. Here one can get to see the cenotaphs of Jodhpur rulers. A beautiful garden with high rock terraces is a popular picnic spot among the tourists.

The Old Fort Museum is another among Must-See Destinations in Jodhpur where one can see palanquins, royal howdahs, a golden throne, pearl embedded shoes, paintings and mirrors and an embroidered royal tent. All these exude the grandeur of the Rajputs and the kingdom which ruled over this region.

Balsamand Lake and Gardens is also a must see tourist Destination in Jodhpur. This lake was dug in AD 1159 and the beautiful summer palace beside the lake is worth a visit.

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