In the state of Rajasthan, Jodhpur is the second largest city and is one of the popular tourist destinations among the local and international tourists with Jodhpur 3 day itinerary. Many people who visit Jodhpur may not realize why Jodhpur is regarded as the “blue city” in India. There is a captivating past related to the blue colored buildings. But first, the most important part is that how did Jodhpur get its name? Jodhpur got its name from the most unusual pants which were designed by Pratap Singh (son of the Maharaja of Jodhpur) for his polo team when they had gone to meet the Queen of England back in 1897.
By spending 3 days in Jodhpur, you will witness the marvel of the blue buildings where were painted for signifying that the place was occupied by Brahmins (the epitome caste in India). The Mehrangarh Fort protected the houses that were painted blue. Nevertheless, once you arrive in Jodhpur, you will find a majority of women wearing colorful and long skirts, and you can witness this when you are about to visit the shops and stalls of Sardar Market or Nai Sadak. You can also wear turbans like the local men and bring out the ‘desi’ vibe in you on your tour which lasts for 2 nights Jodhpur itinerary.
There is another idea which suggests that the termites are the real reason as to why are these buildings blue. There is no way to know that real reason behind the blue color of the building. Nevertheless, Jodhpur isn’t only the ultimate tourist destination because of its blue buildings, and there are some great places you should visit during your tour.
You can visit places like Jaswant Thada an empty commemorative tomb that was built back in 1899 by honoring Maharaja Jaswant Sinh II. Jaswant Thada features whimsical domes and marble lattice screens. You visit Jodhpur won’t be complete if you don’t visit the famous old landmark in The Old City, i.e., The Clock Tower.
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