Location
35 kms from Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

Known for
River Luni and Fort Chanwa

Climate
Semi-arid

Best time to visit
October-March

About Luni
Luni is situated 35 kms away from Jodhpur, it is a charming and cloistered village which reflects the royal past of Rajasthan. In Luni many artisans are still pursuing their ancestral profession of carving metal, clay or wood into intricate forms. Luni's Fort Chanwa is an outstanding piece of elegance and proportion in Indian Architecture of the last century. The village of Luni is situated in the shadow of fort walls. This small bustling village invites innumerable tourists to the nearby fort.

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Getting There
Air : Nearest airport is at Jodhpur.

Rail : Nearest railhead is at Jodhpur, which is connected with every major Indian city.

Roads : Buses and taxis are also available from Jodupur and Jaipur.

Major attractions in Luni
Fort Chanwa : Fort Chanwa is a major attraction of Luni. It is famous for its elegance in Indian architecture. This entire fort is carved out of the famous red sandstone of Jodhpur. It reminds of the grandeur and grace of bygone age. The traditional paintings on the walls are evidence of the skill of craftsmen and the bygone days. Maharaja Dalip Singhji, and his wife Rani Madhu, fort's former rulers have restored its old charm.

Location
9kms North Of Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Known for
Erstwhile capital of Marwar region.

Tourist Attractions
Government Museum, Mandore Gardens

Climate
Dry and hot.

Best time to visit
October To March.

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About Mandore
Mandore is situated 9kms north of the city of Jodhpur and was the capital of Marwar prior to the foundation of Jodhpur. Today, it is famous for its sprawling gardens with high rock terraces makeing it a popular local attraction. These gardens also have the cenotaphs of Jodhpur rulers, including Maharaja Jaswant Singh and the largest and finest of all, the soaring temple-shaped memorial to Maharaja Ajit Singh.

Mandor is like an oasis in the desert having beautiful laid out gardens. Trees like Peepal, Banyan, Palms and Plantains combined with swirling fountains and lovely peacocks make Mandore a visual treat.

Getting There
Air : The nearest airport is at Jodhpur, to which regular flights are available from Delhi , Mumbai, Udaipur and Jaipur.

Road : Mandore is well connected to the nearby cities by roads. There is no direct rail connection to the city.

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Major attractions in Mandore
Ajit Pol : This is the gate that was built to celebrate the victory of Maharaja Ajit Singh over the Moghuls in 1707AD.

Memorials Of Maharaja Jaswant Singh And Ajit Singh : Mandore remained the royal cremation ground and there are numerous memorial 'chhatris' and temples, both Hindu and Jain, the earliest of which (on the hill) date from the 8th century. The finest are the memorials of Maharaja Jaswant Singh (1638-78 AD) and Ajit Singh (1678-1731AD), the second of whom was cremated along with six queens and 58 concubines.

Pleasure Palace Of Abhai Singh : The pleasure palace of Abhai Singh has been turned into a small museum.

Shrine Of 30 Crore Gods : The crowded modern shrine houses 30 crore Hindu deities, among them Brahma, Lakshmi and Kali are the most prominent ones.