Recreation
Getting into some form of physical activity in Jodhpur entails
popping into your hotel's gymnasium, jogging round the block, diving into
the hotel pool and going for a swim or going on one of the many safaris on
offer. Otherwise, you can always jump up and down on the spot for 20
minutes.
In
other words there's not much in the way of sport and recreation on offer in
the cit other than that which is already supplied by the hotels.
Other recreational activities include:
» Cocktail bar
» Live entertainment
» Outdoor pool
» Playground
» Volleyball
» Horseback and pony riding
» Camel and jeep safaris
» Cultural program including folk dances
» Game room
» Exercise facilities.
Sightseeing
Jodhpur , the blue city is all set to erase the blues from your world. This
beautiful city enchants the music of mystery. On this golden trail discover
the magic of the desert.
»
Mehrangarh Fort : It was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 when he shifted
his capital here from nearby Mandore. There are palaces housed within this
daunting structure, among them are Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal.
» Jaswant Thada : A cluster of royal cenotaphs in
white marble built in 1899 A.D. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.
Within the main cenotaph are the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers.
» Umaid Bhawan Palace : While Mehrangarh dominates
Jodhpur, it is Umaid Bhawan Palace that holds one in awe. It is also known
as Chhittar Palace because of the particular type of sandstone used to built
it - which does not decay in the rains. Portions of the palace have been
converted into a hotel and a museum.
