Weather :
25° C
Timings :
8:00 - 18:00
Time Required :
1 hrs
Entry Fee :
Garden: No entry fee,
Museum: INR 50
About Mandore Garden
The famous royal monument, Mandore Garden is located just 9 km from Jodhpur in Mandore, which was once the ruling seat of the Pratihara dynasty. The garden is a part of the more massive Mehrangarh Fort, and also houses the famous Hall of Heroes and the Temple of the Three Hundred Million Gods. The garden also houses a government museum, which is full of artifacts and old relics.Undoubtedly, the most beautiful and famous of these monuments is that of Maharaja Ajit Singh. The structures inside the garden are undoubtedly its most striking feature, for example the Hall of Heroes – which has 16 figures of warriors carved from a single rock.
Cenotaphs
These monuments are a class apart from the typical Rajasthani umbrella-shaped structures, in the sense that these monuments are built in a style influenced by the architecture of a Hindu temple. These cenotaphs are four storeys high, all built in red sandstone, and complete with well-defined pillars and stylized spire.
Hall of Heroes
Hall of Heroes is a popular tourist destination located in Mandore Gardens. The hall is located quite close to the tombs and is dedicated to Rajput folk fighters as well as various deities. Sixteen brightly colored statues, carved out of a single rock, can also be found in the Hall of Heroes, and really captivates the eyes of the visitors.
Shrine of Three Hundred Million Gods
Another famous attraction that can be found in Mandore Gardens is the Temple of the 'Three Hundred Million Gods'. This temple is dedicated to various Hindu deities, and one can see their images in bright colors in this temple.
Government Museum
However, those who are curious to know even more about the garden and the structures found here can visit the Mandore Garden Government Museum. The Government Museum is home to many artifacts and relics and is a storehouse of information. The museum is open from Saturday to Thursday from 9:00 to 18:00 .
Best Time
It is advisable to visit the Mandore Gardens in the winter months from October to March.
