Blue City (Brahmpuri)
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A maze of indigo-blue homes in alleys at the foot of the fort, Jodhpur's most iconic photo spot.
The Blue City refers to the old town quarters on the northeast and south sides of the hill beneath Mehrangarh Fort. The area is most densely populated in Brahmpuri, where Brahmins live. There are several explanations for why the houses are painted blue. One says Brahmins used blue to mark their status, while another says the copper salts in the blue pigment repel insects and keep the houses cool. Narrow lanes wind up and down with the slope. Blue walls, colorful doors and windows, drying saris and wandering cattle make for a highly photogenic streetscape. It's best to walk in from the foot of the fort and wander freely around the Navchokiya area, or take a walking tour with a local guide. Many rooftop cafés and guesthouses let you sip chai while looking out at the fort and the blue rooftops. The alleys are easy to get lost in, so use a map. Ask residents for permission before photographing them. If someone asks you for a “photo fee,” politely decline.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Toorji Ka Jhalra Stepwell
- Gulab Sagar
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Jaswant Thada
- Clock Tower & Sardar Market
- Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park
- Ranisar & Padamsar Lakes
- Umaid Garden & Sardar Government Museum