Founded in the 6th century, Mandore was earlier the capital of the Rajputana kingdom. Located 9 km from Jodhpur city, Mandore Garden is a significant tourist attraction of Jodhpur. The garden is built around the royal cenotaphs (chhatris) of the Rathore rulers. The park is lovely and is studded with temples, lawns, galleries, and high rock terraces.
Mandore Garden features a government museum where you can find various artifacts from the bygone era. However, the star attraction of the garden is the temple dedicated to 330 million gods. The temple houses pictures of different Hindu gods worshiped all over India and abroad.
Mandore Garden also has a gallery and a ‘Hall of Heroes’, which we have discussed briefly on this page. To find out more, keep reading.
History of Mandore Garden
Mandore was once the capital of the Rajputana Kingdom. In 1427, Mandore was ruled by Rao Rinmal Rathore. In addition, he served as the administrator of the Mewar kingdom until 1438. The Mewar ruler Rana Khumba overtook the throne of Mandore by assassinating Rao Nirmal.
Following the assassination of Rao Rinmal, his son Rao Jodha tried to recapture Mandore but was unsuccessful. However, Rao Jodha again captured Mandore in 1453. This Garden was not built by a single person. Various rulers of Jodhpur have built it over the years.
Natural charm makes the garden truly alluring. There are a number of temples, lawns, galleries, and high rock terraces in the garden, which is incredibly beautiful.
Here is a complete guide to Mandore Garden in Jodhpur
- Mandore Garden Jodhpur Timings: 8.00 am – 8.00 pm
- Museum timings: The museum is open from Saturdays to Thursdays from 9.00 am – 6.00 pm.
Attractions at Mandore Garden
Cenotaphs
This garden has gorgeous cenotaphs (chhatris), which have much historical significance. They are a class apart from the regular Rajasthani umbrella-like structures, as the cenotaphs at Mandore Garden have been built inspired by the Hindu temple’s architecture. The cenotaphs at Mandore Garden are four stories high in red sandstone and have splendid columns and spires.
Hall of Heroes
As we mentioned in the intro, the Hall of Heroes is another highlight of Mandore Gardens in Jodhpur. Located close to the cenotaphs, they are dedicated to the Rajput folk fighters and various deities. They are 16 vibrant statues carved out of a single rock.
Three Hundred Million Gods’
It is a shrine in the Mandore Gardens dedicated to different Hindu gods. You can find images of deities glowing at the shrine.
Government Museum at Mandore Gardens
Visit the government museum at the gardens to learn more about its history. Along with this, you will see numerous artifacts and relics.
Best Time To Visit Mandore Garden
October to March is the recommended time to visit Mandore Gardens. However, as Mandore is close to the Thar Desert, the weather gets unbearable in the summer months.
Mandore Garden Jodhpur Timings: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Mandore Gardens Jodhpur Entry Fee
There is no entry fee to visit the Mandor Gardens.
Tips For Visiting Mandore Garden
- The garden has many monkeys, so keep an eye out.
- We recommend you to wear sunglasses and if possible, carry an umbrella to protect yourself from the sun.
- Wear a comfortable pair of shoes as you will walk a lot here. Also, remove them before entering the cenotaphs.
How To Reach Mandore Garden
You will find private taxis, auto-rickshaws, etc., around Mandore Garden, which is a famous attraction. Also, this garden is just 10 km from the main Jodhpur bus stand.
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