Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Jodhpur was known as the blue city - colour of the the priest caste - Brahmin.

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While we were looking for local painting, we realised that there was a cultural difference in the perception of colour. For example: the painter told us that blue is a peaceful colour, however, our reaction was that blue-coloured painting is cold and lifeless.

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Streets of Jodhpur

(LP recommended Omelette Shop - I ate there 3 times)

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Mejerangarh - Majestic Fort towering over the city
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This fort was really well-run and well-maintained.
It has nice exhibits, good audio-guide, a good museum shop and good service.
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The main reason was that the maharja of Jodhpur is still around and is running this fort, and being educated in England, I believe he brought what he had seen & learnt back to Jodhpur.
Ironically, even Taj Mahal is not half as good in terms of operating such a tourist site.
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Traditonal Dancers in the Fort
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Interior - the royal female quarters
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Jodhpur city
(Click to enlarge)
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Group photo
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Sunset over the blue-city
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Sunset II
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At 6pm, the sun was setting, and at different parts of the blue city, you could hear prayers blasting out of its loudspeakers - creating a symphony of prayers. Then, flocks of pigeons would be flying over the city. The evening breeze was gently blowing. Everything is in equilibrim & harmony, and is very peaceful.
"Om...."