Times of Rajasthan · Rajasthan Darshan

Mehrangarh — the crown of the Sun City

Founded by Rao Jodha on the Chidiatunk hill in 1459, above the blue city of Jodhpur.

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A fort grown from rock

Standing on a hill some 120 metres high, Mehrangarh seems carved out of the rock itself.

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The Blue City

Seen from the ramparts, a sea of blue houses — the view that named Jodhpur the Blue City.

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Carved palaces

Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and Moti Mahal — fine lattice work and colour.

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Jai Pol and Fateh Pol

Seven gates lead up the fort — each one tied to a story of victory.

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