Jaisalmer
Unlike any other city, this desert fortress is one of Rajasthan's most exotic and unusual towns. Jaisalmer, an important ancient trading centre because of its strategic location on the camel trade routes, is often described as the 'golden city'. The havelis, built by merchants of the 19th century, are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone and are still in a beautiful condition. The fort built by Rawal Jaisal in the 12th century, stands on the 80 metre high Trikuta hill, with beautifully carved Jain temples.
Transportation
- Air: The nearest airport is Jodhpur (285 km)
- Rail: Jaisalmer is connected with Jodhpur by night train service.
- Road: Well connected by road with all the major cities of India. Direct bus services to Udaipur, Mount Abu, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Barmer, Ajmer and Jaipur. Ahmedabad and Bhuj (Gujarat),
What to see
Jaisalmer Fort :Renew yourself amid the past galore, as you visit the commanding Jaisalmer Fort. The fort stands guard over the desertscape from its 250 feet high perch on the hill with its wall following the contours of the hills.
Gadsisar Lake :A rain water lake, adorned with an arched gateway. Many small shrines and temples are festooned a11 around the lake. Today, it is an ideal picnic spot, famous for boating.
Salim Singh-ki-Haveli : Witness the legendary architectural wealth of Jaisalmer at Salim Singh's haveli, truly unsurpassed in splendor. Of particular note are the blue roof and rows of peacocks below the arched balconies. The haveli was once the residence of the Mohta family, ministers of Jaisalmer rulers.
Patwon-ki-Haveli : It is the grandest mansion in Jaisalmer, not to be missed at all. This five haveli wonder has its ceiling supported by exquisitely carved pillars and its delicately chiselled balconies surely leave you mesmerized.
Nathmalji-ki-Haveli : This haveli was carved by two brothers. One worked on right side and the other on left, but the harmony in design exists still. Screened windows, projected balconies and intricate carvings illustrate superb craftsmanship.
Jain Temples : Within the citadel are the splendorous Jain temples, dedicated to Rishabdevji, Sambhavnathji and Parshvanathji.
Excursions
Devikot (40 kms), Ramdeora (150 kms), Sam Sand Duna (42 kms), Lodhruva (17 kms), Bada Bagh (6 kms), Wood Fossil Park (17 kms), Desert National Park (40 kms), Barmer (153 kms).
Altitude: 225 mtrs.
Best Season: Oct - Feb
Climate: Summer
Mean Max. 47.0 'C
Mean Min. 35.0 'C
Winter Mean Max. 20.0 'C
Mean Min. 2.0 'C
Clothing: Summer light tropical or cotton Winter Woolen. . |
| Distances from Jaisalmer : |
| Delhi |
884 Kms. |
| Agra |
853 Kms. |
| Ajmer |
513 Kms. |
| Alwar |
782 Kms. |
| Bharatpur |
828 Kms. |
| Jaipur |
645 Kms. |
| Jaisalmer |
- Kms. |
| Jodhpur |
305 Kms. |
| Mt. Abu |
572 Kms. |
| Ranthambhore |
786 Kms. |
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