Mehrangarh
Fort, (5 kms)
Guarding the city below, crowning a
perpendicular cliff, the fort was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD when he
shifted his capital from Mandore.
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Jaswant
Thada (5 Kms) Built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant
Singh II , in 1899 , the imposing white marble memorial marks the site of
a royal crematorium. The cenotaph houses portraits of successive rulers.
These four cenotaphs commemorate notable acts of bravery, generosity of
the four successive rulers.
Timings: 0900 to 1700 hrs.
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Umaid
Bhawan Palace
Built by Maharaja Umaid Singh (1929 -1942)
and named after him, this exquisite palace is also known as Chittar
Palace.
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Government
Museum Nestling in the middle of the Umaid Public Garden,
this museum houses a rich collection of exhibits - armoury, textiles,
local arts and crafts, miniature paintings. Portraits of rulers,
manuscripts and images of Jain Tirthankars. Umaid Public Garden houses a
zoo also.
Timing : 1000 to 1630 hrs (Friday closed)
Girdikot
and Sardar Market Throbbing with activity, the colourful
bazaar, near Clock tower, has narrow lanes dotted with tiny shops selling
exquisite Rajashani textiles, handicrafts, clay figurines of camels and
elephants, marble curios with inlay work and exquisite Rajasthani silver
jewelry.
Maha Mandir Temple (2 kms)
Leterally, the great temple, a place where sacred glory reigns in a
peaceful tranquility. Situated on Mandore road, the temple is an
architectural splendor, supported by 84 pillars and ornamented with
detailed designs and figures depicting various postures of Yoga. The
entire structure is marked by a unique and original style.
