Jodhpur is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan.Jodhpur was formerly princely state the capital of the kingdom known as Marwar founded by in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha.The city carries rich heritage and culture and flourishing industry of wood, cattle, camels, salt and agricultural crops. Famous for its magnificent forts and palaces, Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan and a major tourist attraction in the country. The city is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert with Jaisalmer on its west, Barmar, Jalor and Pali on its south, Bikaner on its north, and Nagaur on the eastern side. The city dominated by the massive Mehrangarh fort on a rocky hill is charming with its wealth of historic attractions and colourful markets which specialises in antiques.