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White-marble royal cenotaph near Mehrangarh, built in 1906 for Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, with gardens and a small lake.
Maharaja Sardar Singh built this memorial for his father, and it later became the cremation ground for Jodhpur's royals. Thin marble panels glow when sunlight passes through them. The main hall is temple-like and holds portraits of Marwar rulers. It is managed by the Mehrangarh Museum Trust and often hosts morning concerts during festivals.
Highlights
- Translucent marble walls
- Portrait gallery of Marwar rulers
- Terraced gardens
- Views of Mehrangarh
Tips
- Visit right after Mehrangarh, a short drive away
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