Of all of the fortress/palaces that I visited in India the Meherangarh Fort is perhaps my favourite. This is probably because of its impregnable appearance and because of the very fine museums within its walls.
The fort which I believe dates from the 16th century sits majestically on a rocky plateau hanging over the old town of Jodhpur. While you are walking from room to room in the palace complex you cannot help but be overwelmed by the stunning decorative walls, ceilings, floors and window lattice(jali)work. On display are a variety of carridges, cradles, weaponry, thrones and even elephant seats. I was particularly amazed by the collection of palanquins the royals where carried around in. It was also fun to watch the vultures flying in and out of the window sills
Also of note is the great views of Jodhpur's old town that are offer from the fortress walls. This is the best way seeing why they call Jodhpur, the Blue City.
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Directions: Right in the middle or on top of the old town. As it is so easy to view from afar, it quite hard to miss it.
on Feb 25, 2003
