Situated at a height of 400 feet above the city of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, this majestic fort offers breathtaking views of Jodhpur. Its immense size makes it one of the largest forts in India and it has been designated as “the work of giants” by Rudyard Kipling.
The fort, constructed out of red sandstone, was built by Rao Jodha in 1459 when he transferred his capital from Mandore.
The fort itself is surrounded by impressive fortifications that are six meters thick. Moreover, seven gates have to be crossed in order to reach the fort.
The gates of the fort are witness to the attacks it bore by various attackers in the past. The second gate still carries the scars and impressions of the cannonballs which were hurled at it during attack. To the left of the fort is a memorial dedicated to the brave soldier by the name of Kirat Singh Soda who sacrificed his life to protect the fort.
Out of these seven gates, two are marked specially as gates of victory. The first one is Jayapol was built by Maharaja Man Singh to celebrate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies. The second one, Fattepol, was built by Maharaja Ajit Singh to commemorate the defeat of the Mughals. The palm imprints on these gates are the centre of attraction of tourists even today.
The major attractions of this fort are the palaces located within the fort. The most prominent of these grand palaces being the Moti Mahal or Pearl Palace that houses the royal throne of Jodhpur, known as Sringar Chowki. It is also a living proof of the magnificent Jodhpuri architecture and craftsmanship. The other palaces within the fort area are the Phool Mahal, whose ceiling is adorned with beautiful embroidery carved in gold, the Rang Mahal and the Chandan Mahal. Umaid Villas, Ajit Villas and Maan Villas are the other mansions in this spectacular fort. Ajit Villas exhibits the musical instruments and the royal attires while Umaid Villas displays the Rajput miniature paintings.
Various articles of historical importance which were used by the Rathores such as old royal palanquins, arms, costumes and paintings have been stored in the museum of the Mehrangarh Fort. This museum has got one of the largest collections of that period.
Thanks for showing this magnificient fort which was hitherto unknown to me. I am so much impressed by the photos and descriptions of the fort.
Magnificent!
In spite of this the Jodhpur king became a vassal of the Mughals.
Was not Akbar’s wife JodhaBai from this Royal Vassal Family?
India, rock,, the ancient construction is much more stronger and designed, the proverb is right “old is gold”
Indians wee/are great Engineers.
The Fort and the Palaces in Jodhpur are just beautiful. Although I have seen them twice, I would like to visit them again and again. I recommend both young and old to visit and see these magnificent works of art and architechture.
its too great…
Fabulous indeed! Never heard of it before. Should visit it some time!
Very nice. I hv visited once & foound it very impressive with rich museum.
I have visited the place with all my family members and relatives during December 2010 when we had been to Jodhpur to attend the marriage of my nephew. We got amazed to see the wonderful palaces within the fort alongwith its museum. We also enjoyed the beautiful view of the entire Jodhpur city from the top of the Fort.
Mind blowing & beutiful monument
Shivaprasad Patil
Jodhpur the SUN CITY Mehrangard Fort is Must for any Indian who loves to see historic Places. It has been maintain very well .
Hello!!!
Simply it is SUPERB!!!!!!!!!
Would like to visit if possible send more details.
what a beautiful palace I have seen for the first time
Nice article.Nice place to visit.
fantastic place to visit and to know the strenght of the mighty MANPOWER’S CAPACITY, THANKS.
Fantastic & very educative.very much impressed.
Have visited..but did not know so much about it till now
mind blogging to see..
Fantastic done those year back so many 1780
good- great work- lighting especially in those days adds to the beauty.
shirish shah
so nice place in rajasthan.
thanks for giving details about such strong fort. the fort is aproof that we indians can make such strong forts.
During my two visits to Rajasthan, I could not visit the Jodhpore Fort
Now, I myself worrying, how can it be missed. May be lack of information
to the South Indian like me about this Fort. Thanks to see the glory of the fort.
THIS PROVES THAT WE WER AN ARE BEST IN ANY OF WORLDS BEST MONUMENTS TILL CREATED……!
its great work of ancient india
The Great Fort worth to visit reflects old security system and livehoods of King Family.Awesome.
Rajputs were not only brave warriors and patriots ,but they were also true lovers of art and architecture.
I have been there for over five good years. AMAZING is a very small word to explain the beauty of this place.
Built hundreds of years before Taj which was actually Hindu also. You can see the similarities of these forts and temples in Rajastathan which were built hundreds of years before invasions.
unable to imagine how this was possible – year 1459 – heavy weight lifting machines were not there – man power – carried all the construction materials and built it ?? – unimaginable. Number of workers it must have used ?? Can any body throw some light on this ??
MAGNIFICANT,BEAUTIFUL,GREAT WORK.
This is my city. JODHPUR. Simply Amazing. A must visit.
Very Nice Website
Belas Fotos.
Brasil
Let’s all try to reclaim India! We are the proud Indians- successors of great heroes and warriors. We can regain the lost glory if we re-unite.
Proud to b a Jodhpurian
The article was fantastic. It kindled our desire to visit that place immediately along with like minded people. The colour photographs were breathtakingly beautiful. What all required are a minimum of 10 days leave & a good climate , & yes of course, good health.
India is proud of its Architectural Heritage…..this is one of the reasons!!!!
Thanks for uploading the photos. Being in India we are not aware of so many beautiful place & gives an opportunity to know about the place to visit them.
Hi,
marvelous architecture.
Very nice.
Nice photographs with good descriptions. But it is incomplete without the description of the Chamunda Temple. It is because of the Goddess in it that so many bombings during the various wars after India’s independence (Border is very close from Jodhpur and the enemy always targeted Jodhpur)no damage was done to the temple nor the Jodhpur town. I visited this fort quite sometime back. Went up in the lift but walking down is really enjoyable
JUST MAGNIFICENT…good photos…will visit it
Marvellous!!! I still keep wondering at the skills and workmanship of those who created this and did they acquire these skills? I wish the present day enginners/architects take a clue or two from these monuments.
INDEED MAGNIFICENT.THIS TRULY INDICATES THE SKILLS AND FORESIGHT INDIA HAD IN THOSE DAYS. ACCORDING TO DR.P N OAK OF PUNE ALL THE SO CALLED MOGHUL ARCHITECTURES WERE OF RAJPUT PERIOD AND MOGHULS ONLY NAMED IT AFTER THEM THIS INCLUDES,THE TAJ OF AGRA, FORTS OF DELHI,AGRA,FATEHPUR SIKRI,KUTUB MINAR OF DELHI AND MANY MORE. ANY ONE INTERESTED CAN REFER THE BOOKS OF DR.OAK.
Really fantastic.
I have never heard of it before.
I think the Govt should do more to bring it to the notice of the public and the Indian and Foreign tourists.
Once I have been india I wishh to visit it again
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we are lucky ,we pray to god to born in India again and again
The most elegant and glorious
Ancient Indians were talented in their traditional craft. Today we only boast of ancestor achievements. Indians today are mentally lowest.
Rajasthan with its monuments and colorful culture has cast spell on me.
Excellent historical heritage. Must be maintained.
Fantastic creation by our ancestors!
Hetherto I did not know this fort! Now I will have to plan to visit this fort at an early date!
Great! we wish to keep such sculpture of India.
i have visited this fort 100 times as i was staying at jodhpur for four years . yes it is really BEAUTIFUL.
NIKUNJ
Magnificent Indian Heritage for which we should be proud of.
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Its really amazing to visit this place. I visited here in December 2011. Its a memorable moment for me to visit this fort.
Nice place in rajasthan.