Experience one of the world's three blue cities, Jodhpur

There are three blue cities in the world: Jodhpur in India, Chefchaouen in Morocco, and Santorini in Greece. The blue of Jodhpur may not have the fairy-tale quality of Morocco or the romance of Greece, but it has a historical depth that surpasses both, making it a city rich in historical blue. When we arrived in Jodhpur, it was already past 3 PM. After settling in at the hotel and resting, we rushed to Mehrangarh Fort before it closed at 5:30 PM. Upon getting off the TUTU car and seeing the majestic fortress towering on the hill, we were truly amazed. Passing through seven gates, we reached the wall with the blood handprints of the queens. Men went to war, and women jumped into the fire to follow their loved ones. Behind every ancient Indian fort lies a tragic love story. Leisurely strolling inside the fort, we visited some of the museums open to the public. Climbing to the highest point, we could overlook the entire blue city, resembling a sea of varying shades. On the second morning in Jodhpur, we followed the navigation to find Toorji's Step Well, located near our hotel. It was the last photo we took in the blue city. Step wells, one of the most ingenious inventions of ancient Indians, have become a must-see landmark in India. The well resembles an inverted pyramid, with many steps on the surrounding walls, asymmetrical yet highly symmetrical. The wear and tear over the years have added to the historical feel of the steps, making them seem more like works of art. Our brief visit to the blue city ended too soon, and we had to rush to the golden city without having the chance to fully savor this ancient city.