Mandore fort in the Jodhpur town of Rajasthan can be located in the Mandore gardens. Due to the long fought battles and natural calamities only the remnants of the forts are left, which depicts the heroic past of the Rajputs. The assault by the invaders can also be seen on the broken boundary wall of the fort. Mandore was the capital of Marwar area during 6th to 14th century, and it was earlier called Mandavyapur before Rao Jodha shifted his capital to Jodhpur. The highlight of the fort is a huge temple that has amazingly carved botanical devises, planets, birds and animals on its walls.
A tour to Mandore is always marked by the beautiful Mandore gardens situated in the old city. Even if the fort is in ruins it is still visited by a number of travelers because of its glorious history, beautiful trees, green stretch and the ruined cenotaphs of the Rathore rulers made in red sandstone. The oldest memorials built in 16th century belong to Raja Maldeo and Udai Singh.
Main places to see in Mandore Fort are:
Ek Thamba Mahal: Raja Ajit Singh built it during 1707-1724. It is believed to be Raja’s escape from the hustle-bustle of Jodhpur. The palace has a garden in its front and a huge gate called Ajit Pol.
Hall of Heroes: It is also known as the shrine of 300 million gods. It comprises of beautiful pillars and figures of gods and heroes of Jodhpur.
Ravan Ki Chanvari: A memorial to commemorate the Marriage of Ravana with a local girl named Mandodri marks this place. It has beautiful stone panels with depiction of Lord Ganesha.
All these places and the great history of the place imbibed in its fragility make it worth visiting.
