If you need to escape from ticking things off your to-do list, head for at Bal Samand Lake. Bring some nibbles and a good book ... This is the place to unwind!

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when in Jodhpur. Bal Samand Lake is a great place to kick off here, but there are many other worthy attractions to enjoy. Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, and Ghantaghar Clock are close to the body of water and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Mehrangarh Fort & Blue City By Guide With Pick Up &Drop off

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Mehrangarh Fort and Blue City Historic Tour with Local Guide

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10-Day Journey from Desert to Pristine Lakes of Udaipur from Bikaner

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Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur

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#Mandore Garden Abandoned since 1459 CE, the ancient town of Mandore is just five-and-a-half miles north of the tourist haven of #Jodhpur, Rajasthan. One of best-preserved sites here is the Mandore Gardens that stand strong to tell the tale of a bygone era. Over the centuries, Mandore served as the capital of many #Jodhpur kings, and even witnessed several invasions from different dynasties, including the Muslim rulers of #Gujarat and #Malwa. So, in order to protect #Mandore further from invasions, the capital was shifted to the hilltop #Mehrangarh Fort, as it offers better safety and protection to the royal kingdom.

Tips: Beware of Indian monkeys here, they can snatch cameras, phone, water bottle or anything you get your hands on.

Mandore Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Mandore Gardens, a lovely green space in Mandore. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Jaswant Thada

Admire exquisite artwork, relax in flower-filled gardens and enjoy fine views of Jodhpur’s pretty cityscape at this architecturally impressive mausoleum.

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To get this shot of Ranisar Talab lake behind the majestic Mehrangarh fort of the blue city of Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India, we had to step outside of what would be most people’s comfort zones.

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Once at the very top of the wall looking out over the lake, I had to back up to the very edge of the wall and avoid falling to my death to the ground over 30 metres below, just to get that perfect shot.

This was an off-limits part of the Mehrangarh fort complex where the vast majority of tourists almost never venture!

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Ranisar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ranisar Lake during your travels in Jodhpur. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this quaint area.

Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, a lovely green space in Jodhpur. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this culturally rich area.

Mehrangarh Fort

Peek inside regal palaces, courtyards and temples, spot beautiful artwork and learn about Jodhpur’s royal history at this magnificent 15th-century fortress.

The clock tower that is surrounded by markets and all the hustle and bustle that goes along with that.

Ghantaghar Clock

Learn about the local history of Jodhpur when you spend time at Ghantaghar Clock. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.