Jaswant Thada and Mehrangarh Fort, India Jan 2, 2024

As the sun sets, a warm glow envelops the city of Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India, creating a captivating picture. Within this scene stands the Mehrangarh Fort, which served as the seat of power for the Rathore dynasty and witnessed both victory and challenges. Over the course of 500 years, the fort underwent several architectural changes, beginning with its foundation in 1459 by then-ruler Rao Jodha.

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