The Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) is one of the oldest and most iconic landmarks in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Standing tall in the heart of the old city, it was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh in the early 20th century.
The tower rises prominently near the bustling Sardar Market, a vibrant bazaar known for its spices, textiles, handicrafts, and traditional Rajasthani goods. The market encircles the tower, making it the commercial and cultural hub of Jodhpur.
Jodhpur, known as the "Blue City" and the "Sun City", is the second-largest city in Rajasthan. The Clock Tower stands as a symbol of the city's rich heritage and its role as a gateway to the Thar Desert.
The market surrounding the Clock Tower is famous for its narrow, colourful lanes filled with shops selling bangles, spices, tie-dye fabrics (bandhani), mojari footwear, and sweets like mawa kachori and mirchi vada. It remains one of the most photographed locations in Rajasthan.