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Jodhpur :
Jodhpur the
former capital of Marwar state, was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha who claimed
descent form Rama (the hero of the epic Ramayana). The city was built as a
result of warring brothers.
The massive
fort – Mehrangarh – came first and around it grew the city of Jodhpur
protected by a high stone wall with seven gates and countless bastions.
Today, the city has grown on all sides to become the second largest city of
Rajasthan.Jodhpur is still one of the leading centers for cattle, camels,
salt and agricultural crops.
Exploring the
city promises you a delightful encounter with an array of tempting art craft
creations as also the unusual lifestyle and costumer of Jodhpuris. The roads
are wide but crowded with pavement stalls. The women folk wear wide gathered
skirt; slightly shorter than seen in jaipur and a hip length jacket modestly
covering front and back with three-quarter length sleeves; brightly colored
and aesthetically designed.
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