Jodhpur is the second largest city in the state of Rajasthan, India.
It is called the Gateway to Thar, as it is literally on the edge of the Thar desert.
Jodhpur is an historic city whose origin dates to the year 1459 AD when it was founded by Rao Jodha, the Rajput chieftan of the Rathores.
Jodhpur is also known as the Blue City, an apt name as most houses in the old city are shades of blue.
The forts and palaces, temples and havelis, culture and tradition, spices and fabrics, colour and texture, a booming handicrafts industry, all add up to make this historic city worth a visit.
Hotel Newton's Manor is a top-class hotel in Jodhpur, Rajasthan .
