Jodhpur clearly reflects the culture of Rajasthan historically. Jodhpur, the heart of Rajasthan and the majestic jewel of her eternal crown, iluminate the Thar, enriching the desert with enterpreneurship, scholarship and art.

According to Rathore tradition, the clan traces its origins back to the Hindu god, Rama, hero of the epic Ramayana, and thence to the sun. So the Rathore's belong to the Suryavansha (solar race) branch of the Kshatriyas, the warrior caste of Hindus. Later, breaking into historical reality, in 470 A.D. Nayal Pal conquered the kingdom of Kanauj, near modern Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh. The Rathor capital for seven centuries, Kanauj fell in 1193 to the Afghan invader's led by Muhammad Ghori.


The fleeing ruler, Jai Chand was drowned in the Ganga. But his son Siyaji, had better luck. An expedient marriage alliance between the Rathore Sihaji and the sister of a local prince enabled the Rathors to consolidate themselves in this region. In fact, they prospered to such a degree that they managed to oust the Pratiharas of Mandore, nine km to the north of present day Jodhpur.He later set himself up as an independent ruler around the wealthy trading centre of Pali, just south of Jodhpur. His descendants flourished, battled often, won often, and in 1381 Rao Chanda ousted the Parihars from Mandore which then became the Rathore seat of government.Rathore fortunes then turned for better. Rao Chanda's son and heir, Rainmal, won praise for his capture of Ajmer and was then entrusted with the care of his orphaned nephew, destined to inherit the Mewar throne of Chittor. Rainmal may well have had his eyes on this fine, hilltop fort. But court intrigue and treachery stopped him. In 1438 he was doped with opium, and finally shot dead. This triggered bitter feuds, ending with Mewar and Marwar becoming separate states.Rathore legend continues in various versions. One is that Jodha, one of Rainmal's 24 sons, fled Chittor and finally, 15 years later, recaptured Mandore in 1453. Five years later he was acknowledged as ruler. A holy man sensibly advised him to move his capital to hilltop safety.

Luxury hotels of Jodhpur

Balsamand Lake Palace
(Heritage Hotel)
Balsamand Palace, Mandore Road,
Jodhpur – 342026, Rajasthan (India)

Access
Airport
Railway Station
Bus Stand 12 km
10 km
08 km

Hotel Chain : WelcomHeritage

Rooms : 35
A stone's throw away from the ancient capital of Marwar, Mandore, and only 8 km from the city-center of Jodhpur, Balsamand Palace is a world away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Hotel Bhev Vilas

Address:
Bhev House 32
PWD Road
Jodhpur - 342001
Rajasthan

Accommodation
At Bhev Vilas you get the choice of Deluxe rooms or Deluxe Suits.

Deluxe Suites
These spacious rooms are furnished with double-bed and host other accessories. Large size windows over-looking open lobby and flanked by large tree branches

Chandra Inn
(Three Star Hotel)
Chandra Inn, Panch Batti Circle,
Airport Road, Jodhpur, Rajasthan (India)

Access
Airport 1.5 km
Railway Station 03 km
Bus Stand 03 km
Rooms : 65
Chandra Inn, a new hotel in Jodhpur that redefines the concept of luxury and comfort with its stunning appeal, beauty and elegance. The Sun City - Jodhpur never had it so good- a hotel that spells truly international class in everything, except in its unbelievably reasonable rates. Experience the 5 star luxury at Hotel Chandra Inn for less than the cost of a 3 star.

Fortune Ummed
(Five Star Hotel)
Fortune Ummed, Banar Road,
Jodhpur - 342 027 Rajasthan (India)

Access
Airport 12 km
Railway Station 08 km
Bus Stand 09 km
Hotel Chain : Fortune Hotels
Rooms : 88
Nestled in the city of Jodhpur, Fortune Ummed Jodhpur, is set amidst 28 acres of landscape gardens.

Karni Bhawan
(Heritage Hotel)
Karni Bhawan, Defence Lab Road,
Ratanada, Jodhpur – 342006, Rajasthan

Access
Airport 03 km
Railway Station 04 km
Bus Stand 05 km
Hotel Chain : None
Rooms : 31
Karni Bhawan, home to the erstwhile Jagirdars of Sodawas, Bhati Rajputs of the Lunar dynasty. This delightful red sandstone bungalow of the 40's has been sensitively redone to meet the requirements of the discerning traveller.

Pal Haveli
(Heritage Hotel)
Pal Haveli, Gulab Sagar,
Jodhpur – 342001, Rajasthan (India)

Access
Airport 04 km
Railway Station 1.5 km
Bus Stand 02 km
Hotel Chain : None
Rooms : 20
Pal Haveli, located centrally in front of the clock Tower on the main street in jodhpur, Rajasthan was built by Thakur of Pal in 1847. The house has been inhabited by the Nobel family for more than 150 years.