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Discovering Blue City - Jodhpur: A Fascinating Self-Guided Tour - Day 2
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Discovering Blue City - Jodhpur: A Fascinating Self-Guided Tour - Day 2
"Discovering Jodhpur's Blue City: A Fascinating Self-Guided Tour" is the perfect guide for travelers who want to explore the iconic blue architecture and local gems of Jodhpur. This concise and interesting guide will take you on a journey through the streets of Jodhpur's historic Blue City, where you will discover the fascinating history and culture of this vibrant city.
As you wander through the winding alleys, you will see the famous blue-painted houses that give the Blue City its name. You will also have the chance to explore the stunning Mehrangarh Fort, one of the most impressive forts in India, and learn about the legends and stories that surround it.
In addition to the architectural wonders, this guide will introduce you to some of the local gems of Jodhpur, such as the bustling Sardar Market, where you can haggle for souvenirs, and the delicious local cuisine, including the famous Rajasthani thali.
This self-guided tour is perfect for those who want to explore Jodhpur's Blue City at their own pace and on their own terms. With this guide in hand, you will have everything you need to discover the hidden treasures of this magical city.
more"Discovering Jodhpur's Blue City: A Fascinating Self-Guided Tour" is the perfect guide for travelers who want to explore the iconic blue architecture and local gems of Jodhpur. This concise and interesting guide will take you on a journey through the streets of Jodhpur's historic Blue City, where you will discover the fascinating history and culture of this vibrant city.
As you wander through the winding alleys, you will see the famous blue-painted houses that give the Blue City its name. You will also have the chance to explore the stunning Mehrangarh Fort, one of the most impressive forts in India, and learn about the legends and stories that surround it.
In addition to the architectural wonders, this guide will introduce you to some of the local gems of Jodhpur, such as the bustling Sardar Market, where you can haggle for souvenirs, and the delicious local cuisine, including the famous Rajasthani thali.
This self-guided tour is perfect for those who want to explore Jodhpur's Blue City at their own pace and on their own terms. With this guide in hand, you will have everything you need to discover the hidden treasures of this magical city.
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Its facade crashes right into the rocky hill upon which it sits, making it hard to tell the difference between the thick palace walls and the rock itself."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-37%20Mehrangarh-fort.png%20(PNG%20Image%201072%20%C3%97%20737%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=34d5008e-81a8-4d18-9f76-01ddfad5e082"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-31%20ksp_4172.jpg%20(JPEG%20Image%201000%20%C3%97%20667%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=421b2d8b-d130-47de-9f6e-782d24a9a53e"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-26%20Mehrangarh.jpg%20(WEBP%20Image%201920%20%C3%97%201280%20pixels)%20%E2%80%94%20Scaled%20(74%25).png?alt=media&token=f443739c-bdb9-47ca-b0fc-75f1209800fe"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-22%20Mehrangarh_Fort.jpg%20(JPEG%20Image%201984%20%C3%97%201488%20pixels)%20%E2%80%94%20Scaled%20(64%25).png?alt=media&token=57e08c00-c59b-423d-b42c-5959bf0e4fc9"},{"type":"text","content":"> **Traveler's Tip**: Instead of taking a tuk-tuk, hiking up the Mehrangarh Fort is an experience in itself. Not only do you spare some change, you really get to explore the city and see more of the local life outside of the touristy areas. There are some really sweet shops to visit and the locals appreciate the greeting!"},{"type":"text","content":"- Entry costs 600 Rs for foreign adults and 400 Rs for students (price includes an audio guide)."},{"type":"text","content":"- Hours: 9 am — 5 pm"},{"type":"text","content":"- Make sure to go earlier in the morning, when it’s less hot."},{"type":"text","content":"Buy your ticket, collect your audio guide, and pass go! You're ready to dive into the stories of the majestic palace’s past, beginning in the mid-15th century. The palace has been converted into a museum and is stocked full of remnants and collections of the era."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20164037.jpg?alt=media&token=798887ad-52cb-46e2-9c14-5bed1edaad96"},{"type":"text","content":"The audio guide will have you stop at markers and listen to the stories. Take your time as you visit the different period rooms and learn about the different Rajput rulers of the dynasty. All of the preserved relics and art are truly fascinating to see and learn about!"}]},{"address":"Chokhelao Garden and Terrace Restaurant","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.18347772757635147,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":26.298265707847918,"longitude":73.01683064999999},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# **Chokhelao Garden and Terrace**"},{"type":"text","content":"### 12:00 PM Chokhelao Garden and Terrace"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-02-21%20IMG_2299.JPG%20(JPEG%20Image%20680%20%C3%97%20453%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=df242a22-42d7-4ed8-a411-22c2de32e3b1"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2F2023-04-05%2017-07-24%20(mp3cut.net).m4a?alt=media&token=85025e53-641a-498c-bfa4-1244f4804096"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-02-04%20thali.jpg%20(JPEG%20Image%20550%20%C3%97%20412%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=b55ec8dc-91d8-496f-8444-b088fdce047c"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-01-59%20IMG_2321.JPG%20(JPEG%20Image%20680%20%C3%97%20453%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=390bdcfb-ad2b-4b61-89a4-7e798cf91b6c"},{"type":"text","content":"What’s better than a meal served with a view of Mehrangarh Fort? Eating a meal sitting at Mehrangarh Fort with a bird’s-eye view of the city to boot! This restaurant is situated within the fort’s walls and is accessed by a special jeep that ferries you from the gate. And when in a precinct so royal, why not eat like a Maharaja? Order the Silver Thali meal that comes in, well, as the name suggests, silverware."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-01-47%20IMG_2323.JPG%20(JPEG%20Image%20680%20%C3%97%20453%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=9081c814-ac09-47af-be23-ba54ebf23f82"},{"type":"text","content":"After a long and tiring (but excellent) visit to the Meherangarh fort I come here for a lunch buffet. And get blown away. The ambience is no doubt very good. But the food is truly exquisite. Vegetarian and non-Vegetarian both."}]},{"address":"Park Mehrangarh fort","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.20468369609020118,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":26.29739872780392,"longitude":73.01923805438814},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# **GETTING LOST AROUND THE FORT**"},{"type":"text","content":"### 4:00 PM GETTING LOST AROUND THE FORT"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2F2023-04-05%2017-24-59%20(mp3cut.net).m4a?alt=media&token=6a6075d6-3268-41a6-b475-ffd9dea7e612"},{"type":"text","content":"After we got lunch, we decided to continue exploring the backstreets. If you look up at the fort (on the clock tower side), you'll see a white temple top, and part of the mountain that jets out to the left. That is where we wanted to go."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20171901.jpg?alt=media&token=13805764-0f25-46a1-ad85-8a5aa439f026"},{"type":"text","content":"> _**Traveler's Tip:**_ Getting up there takes quite the effort and you'll want to bring a shady hat and lots of water. However, the view is worth it! You get to see all the shades of blue of the houses down below!"},{"type":"text","content":"The other side of the city/fort has some more vivid pockets of blue. You can spot some hostels with American, Australian, and European flags flying in the desert breeze."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20173618.jpg?alt=media&token=e9fa1472-8004-4d75-8646-8087c1a35eed"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20172140.jpg?alt=media&token=2060f335-3f19-4130-81ed-7c6a77815b3c"},{"type":"text","content":"While up there, we met a local guy from Jodhpur and a Japanese girl. The locals asked how we got up here without a guide and we said, “Well, we just kinda got lost!” He mentioned it’s unusual for tourists to find this “hidden viewpoint” on their own. Woo-hoo!"},{"type":"text","content":"If you have the time, going to this secret lookout is one of the must-see places to visit in Jodhpur. It's a free adventure!"}]},{"address":"Open House Restaurant","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.20468369609020118,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":26.297013257847503,"longitude":73.02285765000002},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# **THE OPEN HOUSE RESTAURANT & CAFE**"},{"type":"text","content":"### 9:00 PM THE OPEN HOUSE RESTAURANT & CAFE"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2F2023-04-05%2017-42-46%20(mp3cut.net).m4a?alt=media&token=1697e9c3-d047-47a8-84e6-ef7b8b5126df"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-41-33%20f19b94efad3a9ad5c3cac197039322a9_1546318002.jpg%20(AVIF%20Image%201152%20%C3%97%20864%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=0695d2c6-3928-481e-9ed8-2c1217aa3170"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-40-29%20d06eabd88f95ada2e1fbb69aac13934b_1609422255.jpg%20(AVIF%20Image%20750%20%C3%97%201000%20pixels)%20%E2%80%94%20Scaled%20(95%25).png?alt=media&token=0c4baa8b-3535-4860-836c-f48ecae1beee"},{"type":"text","content":"We really liked the vibe around the Jodhpur Stepwell, so we went back for dinner in search of another great, budget-friendly restaurant. We stumbled upon the Open House Cafe, **located just behind the stepwell.** The rooftop was just remodeled and looked inviting, with a clear view of the fort shining at night."},{"type":"text","content":"Prices were affordable and the menu was similar to everything else we'd seen in Jodhpur. There are **local specialties, rice, curries, fried snacks, and so on.** Service was spectacular and we'd recommend going for either lunch or dinner!"}]}]
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"Discovering Jodhpur's Blue City: A Fascinating Self-Guided Tour" is the perfect guide for travelers who want to explore the iconic blue architecture and local gems of Jodhpur. This concise and interesting guide will take you on a journey through the streets of Jodhpur's historic Blue City, where you will discover the fascinating history and culture of this vibrant city.
As you wander through the winding alleys, you will see the famous blue-painted houses that give the Blue City its name. You will also have the chance to explore the stunning Mehrangarh Fort, one of the most impressive forts in India, and learn about the legends and stories that surround it.
In addition to the architectural wonders, this guide will introduce you to some of the local gems of Jodhpur, such as the bustling Sardar Market, where you can haggle for souvenirs, and the delicious local cuisine, including the famous Rajasthani thali.
This self-guided tour is perfect for those who want to explore Jodhpur's Blue City at their own pace and on their own terms. With this guide in hand, you will have everything you need to discover the hidden treasures of this magical city.
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Its facade crashes right into the rocky hill upon which it sits, making it hard to tell the difference between the thick palace walls and the rock itself."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-37%20Mehrangarh-fort.png%20(PNG%20Image%201072%20%C3%97%20737%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=34d5008e-81a8-4d18-9f76-01ddfad5e082"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-31%20ksp_4172.jpg%20(JPEG%20Image%201000%20%C3%97%20667%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=421b2d8b-d130-47de-9f6e-782d24a9a53e"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-26%20Mehrangarh.jpg%20(WEBP%20Image%201920%20%C3%97%201280%20pixels)%20%E2%80%94%20Scaled%20(74%25).png?alt=media&token=f443739c-bdb9-47ca-b0fc-75f1209800fe"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2016-38-22%20Mehrangarh_Fort.jpg%20(JPEG%20Image%201984%20%C3%97%201488%20pixels)%20%E2%80%94%20Scaled%20(64%25).png?alt=media&token=57e08c00-c59b-423d-b42c-5959bf0e4fc9"},{"type":"text","content":"> **Traveler's Tip**: Instead of taking a tuk-tuk, hiking up the Mehrangarh Fort is an experience in itself. Not only do you spare some change, you really get to explore the city and see more of the local life outside of the touristy areas. There are some really sweet shops to visit and the locals appreciate the greeting!"},{"type":"text","content":"- Entry costs 600 Rs for foreign adults and 400 Rs for students (price includes an audio guide)."},{"type":"text","content":"- Hours: 9 am — 5 pm"},{"type":"text","content":"- Make sure to go earlier in the morning, when it’s less hot."},{"type":"text","content":"Buy your ticket, collect your audio guide, and pass go! You're ready to dive into the stories of the majestic palace’s past, beginning in the mid-15th century. The palace has been converted into a museum and is stocked full of remnants and collections of the era."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20164037.jpg?alt=media&token=798887ad-52cb-46e2-9c14-5bed1edaad96"},{"type":"text","content":"The audio guide will have you stop at markers and listen to the stories. Take your time as you visit the different period rooms and learn about the different Rajput rulers of the dynasty. All of the preserved relics and art are truly fascinating to see and learn about!"}]},{"address":"Chokhelao Garden and Terrace Restaurant","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.18347772757635147,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":26.298265707847918,"longitude":73.01683064999999},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# **Chokhelao Garden and Terrace**"},{"type":"text","content":"### 12:00 PM Chokhelao Garden and Terrace"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-02-21%20IMG_2299.JPG%20(JPEG%20Image%20680%20%C3%97%20453%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=df242a22-42d7-4ed8-a411-22c2de32e3b1"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2F2023-04-05%2017-07-24%20(mp3cut.net).m4a?alt=media&token=85025e53-641a-498c-bfa4-1244f4804096"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-02-04%20thali.jpg%20(JPEG%20Image%20550%20%C3%97%20412%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=b55ec8dc-91d8-496f-8444-b088fdce047c"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-01-59%20IMG_2321.JPG%20(JPEG%20Image%20680%20%C3%97%20453%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=390bdcfb-ad2b-4b61-89a4-7e798cf91b6c"},{"type":"text","content":"What’s better than a meal served with a view of Mehrangarh Fort? Eating a meal sitting at Mehrangarh Fort with a bird’s-eye view of the city to boot! This restaurant is situated within the fort’s walls and is accessed by a special jeep that ferries you from the gate. And when in a precinct so royal, why not eat like a Maharaja? Order the Silver Thali meal that comes in, well, as the name suggests, silverware."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-01-47%20IMG_2323.JPG%20(JPEG%20Image%20680%20%C3%97%20453%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=9081c814-ac09-47af-be23-ba54ebf23f82"},{"type":"text","content":"After a long and tiring (but excellent) visit to the Meherangarh fort I come here for a lunch buffet. And get blown away. The ambience is no doubt very good. But the food is truly exquisite. Vegetarian and non-Vegetarian both."}]},{"address":"Park Mehrangarh fort","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.20468369609020118,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":26.29739872780392,"longitude":73.01923805438814},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# **GETTING LOST AROUND THE FORT**"},{"type":"text","content":"### 4:00 PM GETTING LOST AROUND THE FORT"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2F2023-04-05%2017-24-59%20(mp3cut.net).m4a?alt=media&token=6a6075d6-3268-41a6-b475-ffd9dea7e612"},{"type":"text","content":"After we got lunch, we decided to continue exploring the backstreets. If you look up at the fort (on the clock tower side), you'll see a white temple top, and part of the mountain that jets out to the left. That is where we wanted to go."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20171901.jpg?alt=media&token=13805764-0f25-46a1-ad85-8a5aa439f026"},{"type":"text","content":"> _**Traveler's Tip:**_ Getting up there takes quite the effort and you'll want to bring a shady hat and lots of water. However, the view is worth it! You get to see all the shades of blue of the houses down below!"},{"type":"text","content":"The other side of the city/fort has some more vivid pockets of blue. You can spot some hostels with American, Australian, and European flags flying in the desert breeze."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20173618.jpg?alt=media&token=e9fa1472-8004-4d75-8646-8087c1a35eed"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20172140.jpg?alt=media&token=2060f335-3f19-4130-81ed-7c6a77815b3c"},{"type":"text","content":"While up there, we met a local guy from Jodhpur and a Japanese girl. The locals asked how we got up here without a guide and we said, “Well, we just kinda got lost!” He mentioned it’s unusual for tourists to find this “hidden viewpoint” on their own. Woo-hoo!"},{"type":"text","content":"If you have the time, going to this secret lookout is one of the must-see places to visit in Jodhpur. It's a free adventure!"}]},{"address":"Open House Restaurant","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.20468369609020118,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":26.297013257847503,"longitude":73.02285765000002},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# **THE OPEN HOUSE RESTAURANT & CAFE**"},{"type":"text","content":"### 9:00 PM THE OPEN HOUSE RESTAURANT & CAFE"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2F2023-04-05%2017-42-46%20(mp3cut.net).m4a?alt=media&token=1697e9c3-d047-47a8-84e6-ef7b8b5126df"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-41-33%20f19b94efad3a9ad5c3cac197039322a9_1546318002.jpg%20(AVIF%20Image%201152%20%C3%97%20864%20pixels).png?alt=media&token=0695d2c6-3928-481e-9ed8-2c1217aa3170"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Fw2K2wPW8Emj4bBBPKM5Z%2FScreenshot%202023-04-05%20at%2017-40-29%20d06eabd88f95ada2e1fbb69aac13934b_1609422255.jpg%20(AVIF%20Image%20750%20%C3%97%201000%20pixels)%20%E2%80%94%20Scaled%20(95%25).png?alt=media&token=0c4baa8b-3535-4860-836c-f48ecae1beee"},{"type":"text","content":"We really liked the vibe around the Jodhpur Stepwell, so we went back for dinner in search of another great, budget-friendly restaurant. We stumbled upon the Open House Cafe, **located just behind the stepwell.** The rooftop was just remodeled and looked inviting, with a clear view of the fort shining at night."},{"type":"text","content":"Prices were affordable and the menu was similar to everything else we'd seen in Jodhpur. There are **local specialties, rice, curries, fried snacks, and so on.** Service was spectacular and we'd recommend going for either lunch or dinner!"}]}]
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