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DESTINATIONS
JAISALMER
About
the City
Jaisalmer,
the "Golden City", is located on the westernmost frontier of India in the
state of Rajasthan. Close to the border with Pakistan, the city is known
for its proximity to the Thar Desert.
Desert Safari in the sand dunes of Jaisalmer
is an unforgettable experience.
The city is dominated by the
Jaisalmer Fort.
Unlike most forts in India, the Jaisalmer Fort is a living fort. There are
shops, hotels, age old havelis (homes) inside the fort area.
History
The history of spectacular Jaisalmer can be traced back to 1156 A.D., when
Rawal Jaisal
established his kingdom in the middle of the massive and arid
Thar Desert.
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Must See in Jaisalmer
One of the most magnificient attractions
is the Jaisalmer Fort
known as
the "Sonar Kila" due to the yellow
stone it was built out of.
Gadi Sagar
is a rainwater lake which supplies water to the city. It is surrounded by
temples and tombs of saints. Boat rides are offered. Nearly is the desert
cultural centre and a local museum built out of the collections of a local
school teacher.
Lodurva : Located at a distance of 16 km from Jaisalmer,
Lodurva was ancient capital of Jaisalmer. One of the famous excursion
sites located on the outskirts of Jaisalmer,
Lodurva is known for the
famous Jain temple that attracts huge number of pilgrimage throughout
the year. The main attraction of the temple is a divine tree called as 'Kalptaru'
and the famous carvings and dome add extra charm to the temple.
Wood Fossil Park
Located at a distance of 17 kms from Jaisalmer, Wood Fossil Park is one
of the best excursion sites available in the surroundings of Jaisalmer.
Famous for the million year old fossils, the park is a geological
landmarks of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer. From the geological point of
view, this is one of the best excursion sites available in the region of Thar Desert, Rajasthan.
Sam Sand Dunes
The beauty of Thar Desert is best described with the help of Sam Sand
Dunes, located at a distance of 42 km from Jaisalmer, Sam Sand Dunes is
one of the best nature's gift to the human beings. Hundreds and
thousands of visitor come to Rajasthan to witness this wonderful
artistic view of the nature and the place can be best covered with the
help of camel safari.
Desert National Park
45 km away from the desert city of Jaisalmer,
Desert Natinal Park is
known for the sand dunes and scrub covered hills. The best excursion
site, Desert National Park is famous for the black buck,
chinkara,
desert fox and the great Indian bustard.
Amar Sagar
One of the best havelis of Jaisalmer, Amar Sagar is known for the carved
pillars and extensive corridors and chambers. Constructed in the pattern
of apartments, the Amar Sagar haveli is a
five story high haveli adorned
with beautiful painted murals.
Festivals in Jaisalmer
Maru Utsav, Camel Festival celebrated in the
Jaisalmer.
Best Month to Visit October to March is the best period to visit the
city.
How to Get There
Can easily be reached by train, bus or car-taxi from
Jodhpur or by bus from
Bikaner. A daily bus runs to and from
Jaipur. There is a direct train service
from Delhi When arriving by train you
will pass the station of Pokharan,
India's nuclear testing area! Another option is to arrive by camel,
Jaisalmer is famous for camel trips. The
most gruelling is the 14 day trip from Bikaner.
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