Jodhpur
India · State of R?jasth?nIN
Metropolis in Rajasthan, India
Jodhpur is the second-largest city of the north-western Indian state of Rajasthan, after its capital Jaipur. As of 2025, the city has a population of 1.6 million. It serves as the administrative headquarters of the Jodhpur district and Jodhpur division. It is the historic capital of the Kingdom of Marwar, founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a Rajput chief of the Rathore clan. On 11 August 1947, 4 days prior to the Indian independence, Maharaja Hanwant Singh the last ruler of Jodhpur state signed the Instrument of Accession and merged his state in Union of India. On 30 March 1949, it became part of the newly formed state of Rajasthan, which was created after merging the states of the erstwhile Rajputana.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 1,033,918
- Coordinates
- 26.268, 73.006
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 231 m
Overview of Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a big-city destination in State of R?jasth?n, India. With 1,033,918 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Our data highlights nature, culture and adventure above everything else.
Things to do in Jodhpur
Nature in Jodhpur
(14)Under nature, Jodhpur is tagged with Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Gardens. The category holds 14 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Jodhpur.
Culture in Jodhpur
(11)Culture lovers get Ancient Ruins, Castles, Cathedrals, Fountains and Historical Sites. Everything listed here comes from what Jodhpur is actually tagged with. There are 11 tagged experiences in this group.
Adventure in Jodhpur
(8)On the adventure side, Jodhpur offers Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks, Off Road Trails and Parachute. It is a direct read of Jodhpur's activity profile. That is 8 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Nightlife in Jodhpur
(8)The nightlife shortlist for Jodhpur: Bars, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. It is a direct read of Jodhpur's activity profile. That is 8 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Sports in Jodhpur
(6)Under sports, Jodhpur is tagged with Biking, Horse Trails, Hunting, Running and Skiing. The category holds 6 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Jodhpur.
Wellness in Jodhpur
(3)Under wellness, Jodhpur is tagged with Farms, Ranches and Wellness. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Jodhpur.
Family in Jodhpur
(2)Family lovers get Playgrounds and Zoo. It is a direct read of Jodhpur's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in Jodhpur
(2)Shopping lovers get Food and Shopping. It is a direct read of Jodhpur's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Jodhpur
(1)Jodhpur records Water Sports under water sports. All of it is drawn from Jodhpur's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Jodhpur
(1)Looking for other activities? Jodhpur has Fishing. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Jodhpur.
Best time to visit Jodhpur
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Jodhpur still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Expect national and often international links into Jodhpur, plus transport inside the city. Jodhpur runs on Asia/Kolkata time.
Similar destinations
Places near Jodhpur that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jodhpur known for?
- In State of R?jasth?n, India, Jodhpur stands out for nature, culture and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 1,033,918-strong destination.
- What can you do in Jodhpur?
- Options in Jodhpur run to Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Gardens — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Jodhpur?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Jodhpur still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Jodhpur located?
- You will find Jodhpur in State of R?jasth?n, India. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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