Hotels In Jodhpur

Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a Rajput chief of the Rathore clan. The state of Jodhpur was then known as Marwar. Initially Mandore, served as the capital of this state, however, Jodhpur soon took over that role, very much during the lifetime of Rao Jodha. The city got its name from its founder. Jodhpur is now a very popular tourist destination in Rajasthan and Hotels in Jodhpur Rajasthan deftly host the guests who pour in to the city from different parts of the globe.

Jodhpur was located on the strategic road linking Delhi to Gujarat enabling the flourish of trade in opium, copper, silk, sandals, date palms and coffee. Jodhpur was thus a very important stop on the trade map of India, and it is still a very important centre of trade of locally crafted goods, spices, etc.

The main tourist attraction of Jodhpur is the Mehrangarh Fort which offers a mind blowing view of the city and is one of the best preserved citadels in India. The hotels of Jodhpur Rajasthan that are closest to the fort are therefore the most commonly chosen and preferred by the tourists. The hotels in Jodhpur Rajasthan are strewn all over the city.

List of some of the major Hotels of Jodhpur are :

»	Hotel Karni Bhawan Jodhpur	»	Ratan Vilas Hotel Jodhpur
»	Ajit Bhawan Hotel Jodhpur	»	Bal Samand Lake Palace Hotel Jodhpur
»	Hotel Madho Niwas Jodhpur	»	Hotel Krishna Prakash Haveli Jodhpur
»	Hotel Devi Bhawan Jodhpur	»	Hotel Pal Haveli Jodhpur
»	The Heritage Hotel Jodhpur	»	Taj Hari Mahal Hotel Jodhpur
»	Hotel Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur	»	Ummed Hotel Jodhpur
»	Hotel Park Plaza Jodhpur	»	Ranbanka Heritage Hotel Jodhpur
»	Hotel Chandra Inn Jodhpur	»	Hotel Abhay Days Inn Jodhpur
»	Shree Ram International Hotel Jodhpur	»	Hotel Jhalamand Garh Jodhpur
»	Ratanada Polo Palace Hotel Jodhpur	»	Hotel Fort Chanwa Luni Jodhpur
»	Rohet Garh Hotel Jodhpur	»	Hotel Wilderness Camp Jodhpur
»	Hotel Mavar Resort Jodhpur	»	Hotel Sardar Samand Palace Pali
»	Lal Niwas Phalodi Jodhpur	»	Camel Camp Osian Jodhpur
»	Hotel Khimsar Fort Khimsar Jodhpur	»	Khimsar Sand Dunes Jodhpur
»	Nimaj Palace Nimaj Jodhpur

Gardens Of Rajasthan

After all the impression of the barrenness of a desert region, it is almost surprising to see the blossoming flowers in the vast landscaped gardens full of divine fragrance and cool breeze that looks like a mirage for an instance. These gardens are the victory of human will over the harshness of the nature and it's a pleasure to stroll through them with all their beautiful pavilions and fountains that adorn them.

Ram Niwas Garden, Jaipur

The last Maharaja Ram Singh II, as a famine relief project, laid out the popular Ram Niwas Garden located in Jaipur in 1868. It houses a zoo, an aviary, a greenhouse, a herbarium, a museum and several sports grounds. The Albert Hall museum is especially noted for its Indo-Saracenic structure. Recently there have been some additions such as Rabindra Manch with an auditorium, a modern art gallery and an open-air theatre.

Bada Bagh, Jaisalmer

3 km from Jaisalmer, Bada Bagh is a fruitful oasis in the charming backdrop of a pretty rain fed lake and a dam in the middle of the plateau. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, much of the city's fruit and vegetables are grown here and above it are royal cenotaphs with elegantly carved ceiling and equestrian statues of former rulers.

Saheliyon Ki Bari, Udaipur

Saheliyon ki Bari in Udaipur recreates regal grandeur as you walk along marble pathways flanked by life size marble sculptures of elephants and lions spurting water into exotic water pools.

Gulab Bagh, Udaipur

Translated as 'The Garden Of Roses', it is located in the Sajjan Niwas Park, Udaipur. Laid out by Sajjan Singh in the late 19th Century, it boasts of all types of roses available all over the world. It houses Saraswati Bhawan Library (originally called the Victoria Hall) was built to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee and the Aravalli Express, a toy train, shows off the garden in a most pleasurable way.

Vidyadhar Gardens, Jaipur

Vidyadhar Garden, situated near the Sisodia Gardens of Jaipur, it is a beautiful vineyard dedicated to Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya, the architect of the city of Jaipur who planned the town using the principles laid down in the Shilpa Shastra (an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture). These tiered gardens house several galleries, pavilions and lovely murals depicting scenes from the life of Lord Krishna.

Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, Jaipur

The garden was made, by Sawai Jai Singh, for his queen from Sisodia (one of India's oldest kingdoms). The palace is painted with scenes from the life of Lord Krishna, many showing outdoor scenes. The garden is terraced.

Zoological Garden, Jaipur

The Zoological Garden, Jaipur is one of the oldest parks not only in the city, but also in the whole of India. The zoo houses different species of wild animals and birds, that are worth taking a look. In fact, the zoo is home to nearly 71 different species of animals and birds.

Kanak Vrindavan Garden Jaipur

Kanak Vrindavan Garden is nestled in the jungle-clad foothills of the Nahagarh Hills in the idyllic green oasis of Kanak Valley, a former elephant path fringed by the Aravalli Range.

Jai Niwas Garden Jaipur

Jai Niwas Garden is a picturesque garden with a serene temple of Lord Krishna located in the central pavilion of the magnificent Chandra Mahal.

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Bus Stations In Rajasthan

Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation runs buses within the state of Rajasthan and to the neighboring states of Gujarat, Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Maharastra. It has a total of 5000 buses in its fleet.

Ajmer Central Bus Station

Ajmer Central Bus Station is one of the busiest bus terminals in Rajasthan. It is situated 2 km south of Ajmer town, about 135 km south-west of Jaipur. Rajasthan State Transport Corporation operates inter-district and inter-state services to all major cities in the country. Regular buses are available to Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Mount Abu, Jaisalmer, Mumbai and Delhi.

Bharatpur Bus Station

Bharatpur Bus Station is a few minutes walk from the Bharatpur Junction Railway Station, 32 km from Deeg. Buses ply from Bharatpur to Jaipur, Alwar, New Delhi and Mathura. Deluxe and ordinary buses are in service.

Bhilwara Bus Station

Bhilwara Bus Station is about 5 km from the Manikya Lal Verma Textile Institute, on National Highway 4. The station operates numerous services to all major towns and cities in Rajasthan. Inter-state services are operated to Delhi and Ahmedabad. Regular buses are available to Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Jodhpur and Kota.

Bikaner Bus Station

Bikaner Bus Station is a short walk from the Bikaner Junction Railway Station. The station operates local and inter-state bus services. Rajasthan Roadways runs deluxe and air conditioned buses to Jaipur, Jodhpur and Delhi. Hotel Raj Vilas Palace, Hotel Bhairon Vilas, Hotel Maan Bilas and Hotel Meghsar Castle provide lodging facilities near the station.

Dausa Bus Station

Dausa Bus Station operates regular schedules to major towns and cities in Rajasthan. Buses ply from Dausa to Alwar, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur and Bharatpur. The station is well connected to Agra by express and super fast buses.

Alwar Bus Stand

Alwar Bus Stand is in the Alwar town center, 143 km north-east of Jaipur. Regular services are available to Agra (150 km), Delhi (164 km), Deeg (61 km), Bharatpur (94 km), Jaipur (143 km), Udaipur (566 km), Siliserh (15 km) and Sariska (37 km). Semi-luxury and deluxe buses are in service.

Banswara Bus Station

Banswara is a small town lying 160 km south of Udaipur. From Banswara Bus Station, Rajasthan Roadways operates services to major cities such as Ahmedabad, Vadodara (Baroda), Ujjain, Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Mount Abu, Mumbai and Delhi.

Baran Bus Station

Baran Bus Station is situated in the town center. It is about 72 km from Kota city. Baran Bus Station is in close proximity to National Highway 76. The station operates short distance and interstate services. There are regular services to Kota, Bundi, Jaipur, Ajmer, Jodhpur, Alwar, Bhilwara, Delhi and Bhopal.

Barmer Bus Station

Barmer Bus Station is a few minutes walk from the Barmer Railway Station. It is connected to National Highway 15. Buses ply from Barmer to Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Ajmer and Ahmedabad. Regular services are available to major tourist places such as Kiradu, Jasol and Meva Nagar.

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Rajasthani Jewelry

Some of the most attractive Indian jewelry comes from the land of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is considered to be the crafts paradise of India. In colors, concepts and workmanship – the handicrafts of Rajasthan are incomparable. Their ethnic aura makes them absolute collector's delight. Rajasthani jewelry has a vast and varied tradition. Each area in Rajasthan actually has its own unique style of making jewelry. While the rural Rajasthani women prefer to adorn themselves with chunky silver jewelery, the urban ladies generally go for gold jewellery. Some of the traditional ornaments are rakhri, timaniyan, bala, bajubandh, gajra, gokhru, jod, etc.

Rajasthan is also famous for its precious and semi-precious jewelry traditions. Exquisite ornaments are made in Jaipur and Jodhpur using emerald, diamond, pearl, garnet, agate and lapis lazuli. Rajasthan specializes in meenakari. Meenakari is the art of enameling on gold or silver. In Jaipur, craftsmen use the champleve or raised-field style. In Nathdwara, enameling is done on silver and other metals. Pratapgarh meena or theva work in gold on green or red enamel is widely appreciated for its beauty and appeal.

Kundan is the art of setting precious stones in gold. Kundan jewelery is exclusive both in terms of design and perfection. Often, a combination of meenakari and kundan is used to give the jewellery two equally beautiful surfaces – enamel at the back and kundan-set gems in the front.

Jewelry in Rajasthan is much more than just adornment – it is a part of their culture and traditions. All Rajasthani women wear bangles for it is considered inauspicious for a women's forearm to be bare. Lac bangles are worn as an auspicious sign and good omen. Lacquer bangles are made in an amazing variety of designs and colors – some in flat colors, some iridescent or marbles, while others flash white fire from rhinestones or tiny mirrors at the turn of the wrist. Glass bangles – an all time favorite of all Indian women, are available in a large variety in all the parts of Rajasthan – the greatest variety being offered in Jaipur and Jodhpur.

So next time you visit Rajasthan, make sure you buy some of these fabulous handmade jewelery. You can also buy them online and get it delivered at any part of the world.

Wooden Jewellery

Handcraft Jewelry and Hair Accessories are designed using laminated wood in a variety of color combinations. Utilizing quality jewelry findings, gemstones and French-made clips, we create lightweight, durable and unique pieces of wearable art.

Kundan Jewellery

One of the oldest forms of jewellery made and worn in India is the 24-carat pure gold Kundan jewellery. Kundan work is a method of gem setting.

Stone Jewellery

Today's urban women no longer wear Jewellery only at weddings and formal occasions, and they require accessories that match their attire. Jewellery with the stones are the vogue & inevitably, stones embellish the jewelry with its fascinating charm & mesmerizing effect.

Enamel Jewellery

Plastic Jewellery Being real attention grabbers, the jewelry items made of plastic are very stylish accessories. Owing to its easy availability, various craftsmen and manufacturers to churn out an enthralling range of fashion jewelry are experimenting with, plastic.

Quill Jewellery

Quills are dyed in colour using natural or commercial dyes. Quills can be used in full length or cut into small pieces and be pieced by width.

Shellac Jewellery

Shellac jewelry includes all the items of jewelry that have a modern design and are made of contemporary materials while retaining the best of traditional aspects.

Back Line Jewellery

Surgical grade, hypo allergenic stainless steel jewelry marked with laser engraving for very clear, easy-to-read black writing. Available in 2 sizes.

Leather Jewellery

Ranging from the exquisite to outrageous styles, the fashion jewellery reflects unlimited potential as an expression of the personality of the wearer.

Economy Of Rajasthan

Rajasthan has the eighth largest economy with a Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) of over US$ 11.5 billion. Over the last ten years from 1994 to 2003, the state of Rajasthan underwent growth at a Compounded Average Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6% increasing from US$ 6.4 billion to US$ 11.5 billion.

In the years 1995-96 and 2001-02, the industrial sector of the state underwent a growth rate of 6.9% per annum. The growth rate of the service sector was 7.4 %.

The main Economy of Rajasthan is agrarian based. Agriculture is the leading economy of the state accounting for 22.5 per cent. The total cultivated area of the state encompasses about 20 million hectares and out of this only 20% of the land is irrigated.

The principal crops Barley, Wheat, Gram, Pulses, Oil Seeds, Bajra, Pulses, Jowar, Maize Ground Nuts, fruits and vegetables and spices.

Next to the agricultural sector, the Industry of Rajasthan plays a major role in the economy. The industrial sector accounts for about 32.5 per cent of the total share of the state’s economy. The main industries of Rajasthan include textile, rugs, woolen goods, vegetable oil and dyes. Heavy industries consist of copper and zinc smelting and the manufacture of railway rolling stock. The other industries related to Private Sector include steel, cement, ceramics and glass wares, electronic, leather and footwear, stone and other chemical industries. Rajasthan is also known for its textile industry and the state is the fourth largest producer of spun yarn in India.

Rajasthan is also the major producer of cement contributing to 15 per cent of the national cement production.

Rajasthan is the third major salt producing state of the country and accounts for one-tenth of the national salt production.

Rajasthan is the second largest mineral producing state in India and houses about 90% of the total mineral reserves of the country. It shares 24% of the aggregate national production of non-metallic minerals. Thus the Mining sector is a very important revenue earner for the state. From this sector Rajasthan earns as mineral royalty an annual income of more than US$ 100 Million.

Another most important revenue contributor of the state is Tourism and accounts for about 15% of the economy of Rajasthan. Rajasthan contributes about 11.2 per cent and 3.3 per cent share in India’s foreign and domestic tourist arrivals respectively. The Rajasthan government has brought down the luxury tax from 10% to 8% to boost the tourism industry of Rajasthan.

The services sector accounts for 45 per cent of the GDP of the state. Other sources of economy for the state are Infrastructure, Transportation, Energy, Power, Telecommunications, and Banking & Financial Institutions.

7 Star Hotels In Jaipur

Rajvilas Hotel Jaipur revives the gracious life-styles of the princes of Rajasthan, discreetly blending in modern amenities and facilities revives the gracious life-styles of the princes of Rajasthan. Hotel Rajvilas Jaipur is one and only 7 Star Hotel in Jaipur.

Hotel Rajvilas, Jaipur

City	Jaipur
State	Rajasthan
Location	Goner Road, 16 kms away from Jaipur Domestic Airport
Rooms	71 rooms
Group	Oberoi Hotels Resorts and Palaces

The Oberoi Rajvilas is a unique way to experience Jaipur, one of India's most vibrant and exotic destinations. A luxury resort with its own distinctive character, it revives the gracious lifestyles of India's legendary Rajput princes.

Recreating the magnificence of princely Rajasthan, in a beautiful fort setting, with Jaipur as its backdrop. The Oberoi Rajvilas is set in 32 acres of landscaped gardens with pavilions and reflection pools that create the romance and grandeur of Rajasthan. Rooms, luxury tents and villas with private pools are clustered around private courtyards in a richly embellished fort setting. At The Oberoi Rajvilas, superb attention to detail creates a soothing blend of warm, effortless service and harmonious spaces.

Accommodation in Rajvilas :
All fifty-four deluxe rooms at The Oberoi Rajvilas are set around tranquil courtyards in a traditional Rajasthani setting. Each Deluxe room and villa features a regal teak four-poster bed and a sunken white Italian marble bathtub looking into its own private walled ornamental garden.

As one might expect, every conceivable modern comfort is provided – private bar, satellite TV and CD and DVD player, direct dial telephone, data-port, the same day laundry and dry cleaning, 24 hour in-room dining and butler services ensure that every need is catered to.

Dining in Rajvilas :

Surya Mahal & Courtyard
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our restaurant serves a menu of exceptional quality featuring the best of both International and Indian cuisine and fine wines.

In the evening, to take full advantage of the romantic surroundings, guests may choose to dine under the stars in the Surya Mahal courtyard and be entertained, as the Rajput Princes were, by traditional performances of Indian music and dance against the backdrop of the Rajvilas Fort.

Rajwada Library Bar
Our beautifully appointed Rajwada library bar is just the place to relax after a day's sightseeing. Offering a variety of fine wines, spirits and cigars.

24-Hour In-Room Dining
Some evenings, tired from traveling around the many attractions that Jaipur has to offer or unwound by a pampering day spent at The Oberoi Rajvilas Spa, guests.

Religions In Rajasthan

Religion has always played a very important role in the lives of Indian people right from medieval times.

Just like India, Rajasthan comprises of a number of religions. From the predominant Hinduism to the little less present Christianity, Rajasthan is a cultural and religious mixture of sorts. The main religions of Rajasthan, India are :

Hinduism Religion : Hinduism is an extremely diverse religion. Although some tenets of the faith are accepted by most Hindus, scholars have found it difficult to identify any doctrines with universal acceptance among all denominations.

Islam Religions : One of the prominent religions of India, Islam forms about 12 per cent of India's population. Though India's contact with Islam had begun much earlier, the real push came in the 8th century when the province of Sindh was conquered.

Jain Religion : Jainism is an ancient religion from India that teaches that the way to liberation and bliss is to live a life of harmlessness and renunciation.

Sikh Religions : Sikhism is one of the youngest world religion. It is a strictly monotheistic faith, preaching the existence of only one God, and teaching universally acceptable ideals of honesty, compassion, humility, piety, social commitment, and above all tolerance for other religions.

Buddhism Religion : The word 'Buddha' is a title and not a name. It means 'one who is awake' in the sense of having 'woken up to reality'.