Brahmpuri, the oldest settlement in the historical Jodhpur state of Marwar, is located in the western foothills of the Mehrangarh Fort and is believed to be as old as the fort itself. The locality is identifiable by the vibrant indigo tinge, which can be seen on almost all houses, hence the name, 'the blue city'.
The area is inhabited of the Shrimali Brahmins, who were the spiritual advisors of the kings back in the day. 'Marwar' means 'the land of death', because of the harsh sun and the hot winds that affected the nomads in these areas. Thus, the fact that such a region was comfortably inhabited by people makes the traditional walled city of Jodhpur an architectural wonder. Brahmpuri is a quintessential example of Jodhpur's architecture. The meandering streets, the sudden occurrence of chowks, the blue houses and enthralling vistas of the Brahmpuri valley make its streetscape one of a kind in the world.
Join us as we explore Brahmpuri's history, people, culture and architectural nuances. The walk shall start from the Chandpole Darwaza and end at the Ranisar-Padamsar lakes.
This guided tour is free.
