Although still pock-marked in spots from receiving cannon ball fire, the Mehrangarh Fort is another fort that has never been conquered in its 500 year history. The fort has seven fortified gates, cannons lining its ramparts, and a collection of weapons, palloquins, and paintings. It was an amazing sight to see.
Although I was not able to tour more than just its museum, the Umaid Bhavan Palace is Jodhpur's second main landmark. Starting in 1929, the palace was built in 15 years by 3,000 workers. It reportedly fuses Rajput, Jain and Art Deco styles (like I would know the difference). The size and grandure of the palace were truely impressive. A portion of the museum houses a dozen or so clocks which were very creatively styled. I will try to post pictures when I'm home in a couple of weeks. It really doesn't work describing them.
I reached Udaipur this evening, and hope to see the City Palace tomorrow.
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