Jaisalmer is a major tourist destination located in the northwestern state of Rajasthan in India. It is known as the 'Golden City' due to its golden dunes and palaces in golden honey sandstone. It is adorned with ornate Jain temples and Havelis.
Jaisalmer Fort is a citadel with narrow streets that have been inhabited for generations and houses shops selling handmade goods.
Jaisalmer is a town, and to reach the sand dunes travellers have to take a camel ride followed by a jeep safari. Thus, Jaisalmer is an amalgamation of exotic Indian desert culture, heritage and adventure
✶ Weather: ✶
✶ 26° C ✶
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Ideal duration: ✶
✶ 1-2 Days ✶
✶ Good Time: ✶
✶ Aug-Mar ✶
✶ Jaisalmer Fort ✶
Situated on the golden sands of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer Fort is not just a fort but a small town with houses, temples, shops and restaurants. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it comes under the category of 'hill forts of India'. Built-in 1156, Jaisalmer Fort is named after the former Bhati Rajput ruler Rao Jaisal. More than three thousand people live within the walls of the fort, with several entrances upstairs, the last of which takes you to the popular public square called Dussehra Chowk. The fort stands at an impressive height of 250 feet and is surrounded by 30 feet high walls. Due to its height, it offers a stunning and panoramic view of Jaisalmer city draped in golden yellow!. One of the largest forts in the world, Jaisalmer Fort is situated on the southern edge of the city and is popularly known as 'Sonar Quila' or 'Golden Fort'. It is a massive structure which displays its aesthetic beauty. Walking and passing through the narrow streets is an experience worth it. Jaisalmer Fort was initially named 'Trikut Garh' as it was triangular in shape and was also built on Trikuta hills. The 'Sonar Qila' (Golden Fort) as it is locally referred to, houses about a quarter of Jaisalmer's population inside the complex.
✶ Gadisar Lake ✶
✶ Weather: ✶
✶ 24° C ✶
✶ Entry:: ✶
✶ Entry: Anytime,
Boating: 8:00 - 18:00 ✶
✶ Entry Fee : ✶
✶ No entry fee,
Boating Cost
Row boats: Indian Rupee 10,
Paddle boats: Indian Rupee 50,
Shikara ride: Indian Rupee 100 ✶
On the outskirts of Jaisalmer in the arid state of Rajasthan lies the beautiful Gadisar Lake, which sits like an oasis in the middle of a desert. In the Middle Ages there were no canals or irrigation systems or other scientific methods to bring water to the arid regions of Rajasthan. This reservoir was built by King Rawal Jaisal keeping in mind the need of his people. Located close to the Jaisalmer Fort, the lake is an easy respite from the hot and dry desert climate. Gadisar Lake offers beautiful and panoramic views of the lake and the surrounding fort, especially when the eastern sky is blood red and the sun rises, hitting its rays on the top floors of the Jaisalmer Fort.
✶ Patwon ki Haveli ✶
✶ Weather: ✶
✶ 24° C ✶
✶ Entry:: ✶
✶ 9:00 to 17:00 ✶
✶ Time Required : ✶
✶ 1 Hours ✶
✶ Entry Fee : ✶
✶ Indian Tourist Citizens – INR 20 per head
Foreign tourist Nationals – Indian Rupeas 100 per head
Video Camera – Indian Rupeas 100 per camera
Still Camera – Indian Rupeas 50 per camera ✶
Also known as Brocade Merchant's ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli is a famous tourist attraction in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. At first glance from this narrow lane, there are many windows and intricately carved balconies, and once inside, one can witness the grandeur of the haveli. The Haveli is also known by the local people as Kothari ki Patwa Haveli. Five Havelis were built for the family and together, the entire complex makes up the biggest haveli in the city. It still has a substantial number of artefacts and stone work which give a glimpse of the royal lifestyle of the Patwa family. It is one of the three Havelis that are considered to be influential in the city. The building comes under the Archaeological Survey of India and is recognized as a famous architectural as well as a historical site.The complexity of this architecture lies in its exquisite wall paintings, balconies opening to the panoramic view, entrance doors, arches and most importantly the mirrors on the wall. In one section of the mansion, the mural work is uniquely designed, and each part is distinct from each other, depicting a distinct style.
✶ Vyas Chhatri ✶
✶ Weather: ✶
✶ 24° C ✶
✶ Entry:: ✶
✶ 9:00 to 17:00 ✶
✶ Time Required : ✶
✶ 30 minites ✶
✶ Entry Fee : ✶
✶ free ✶
Vyas Chhatri is a group of golden sandstone, which stands out as a building of Rajasthani architecture. It was built to honour the sage Vyasa, who compiled 300,000 verses of the epic Mahabharata. His memorial is located to the north of the structure. It is popularly known as the sunset point of the city as it offers a panoramic view of Jaisalmer. Located inside a structure called Bada Bagh in Jaisalmer, it is one of the most recognizable landmarks of the desert city.It is located on the north-western edge of the city within a Brahmin cemetery; The burial grounds of the kings are managed by the royal family of Jaisalmer. The carvings and the tall dome-shaped pavilions are worth seeing. This beautiful architecture of golden-colored sandstone, which is intricately carved, is an awe-inspiring sight. Vyas Chhatri is a beautiful place for visitors who love to watch the sunset in a desert amidst golden sandstone formations.
