Jodhpur Royal Blue City Heritage Walking Tour Including Mehrangarh Fort Gates and Clock Tower Market
by Blue City Adventures
Overview
This walking tour in Jodhpur lasts about 100 minutes to 2 hours and is led by a licensed guide fluent in English and Hindi. The tour begins at Fateh Pol, one of the royal gates of Mehrangarh Fort, built to commemorate a 1707 victory over the Mughals. Visitors spend approximately five minutes here observing the gate's detailed carvings and historic significance. The route then continues to the nearby Ranisar and Padamsar reservoirs, two 15th-century lakes constructed to conserve water in the arid region. These interconnected lakes, surrounded by historic architecture, reflect the fort and the blue-painted houses of the city. After about ten minutes at the lakes, the tour proceeds to Navchokiya, a heritage neighborhood within the Blue City known for its narrow alleys and indigo-hued homes. The guide leads the group through this area for around thirty minutes, pointing out carved doorways, local markets, and aspects of daily life. Next, the tour visits Toorji Ka Jhalra, an 18th-century stepwell built by a queen consort. Visitors spend about fifteen minutes exploring the tiered steps and intricate carvings of this historic water source and communal space. A brief stop of five minutes follows at Gulab Sagar, an 18th-century lake surrounded by old havelis and temples. The tour concludes with a thirty-minute visit to the Clock Tower Market, centered around the late 19th-century Clock Tower constructed by Maharaja Sardar Singh. Here, visitors can explore shops selling Rajasthani textiles, jewelry, spices, and local foods while observing the lively market atmosphere. The tour includes all entry fees and walking visits to these sites but excludes gratuities and any extras not listed.
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Itinerary
Fateh Pol
Fateh Pol is a prominent gate of Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur built to mark a 1707 victory over the Mughals. The gate features detailed carvings and represents Rajput architecture and valor, serving as an entrance to the historic fort.
5 min
Ranisar Padamsar Lakes
Ranisar and Padamsar Lakes are two connected bodies of water beside Mehrangarh Fort, dating back to the 15th century. They were built for water conservation in the dry region and are surrounded by historic buildings. The lakes offer a quiet setting reflecting the fort and the blue city.
10 min
Navchokiya Neighborhood
Navchokiya is a neighborhood within Jodhpur’s Blue City known for its narrow lanes and blue-painted houses. This area features carved doorways and active local markets, showcasing traditional Rajasthani life and architecture.
30 min
Toorji Ka Jhalra (Toorji’s Step Well)
Toor Ji Ka Jhalra is an 18th-century stepwell built by a queen consort. It includes tiered steps leading down to water and is decorated with intricate carvings. The stepwell was designed for water access and community use.
15 min
Gulab Sagar
Gulab Sagar is an 18th-century lake in Jodhpur surrounded by historic havelis and temples. It functions as a water reservoir and a peaceful spot reflecting the city’s cultural heritage.
5 min
Clock Tower Market
The Clock Tower Market, also called Sardar Market, centers on a late 19th-century clock tower built by Maharaja Sardar Singh. The market’s narrow streets are filled with shops selling textiles, jewelry, spices, and local foods, and it serves as a social and commercial hub.
30 min
Meeting point
Mehrangarh Fort - It is the only fort in Jodhpur and one of the best tourist destinations of Jodhpur
End point
The clock tower is a prominent landmark in the heart of the city.It reflects colonial era architecture.It is Located near bustling Sardar market.It offers varieties of items like handicrafts, textiles, Spices and local delicacies.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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