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JAISALMER
- A City
of Sand Dunes
Jaisalmer is an important destination of the western state
of India, Rajasthan. A desert city, it was founded by
the Bhatti Rajput chieftain Rawal Jaisal in the year 1156.
Jaisalmer could be regarded as the western sentinel of
entire India and a place worth visiting to get an idea
of the native Rajasthan. Located at the heart of the great
Thar Desert, it offers the visitor an enchanting world
of fable, color, and history. Moreover, the magnificent
wood-and stone-carved mansions and buildings display the
love and interest Rajputs had for the fine arts. The desert
festival held here by the end of the winter season, during
the months of January and February, attracts a large number
of domestic and foreign tourists.
PLACES OF INTEREST |
 JAISALMER
FORT
Jaisalmer fort is the main attraction of this
picturesque desert city of Rajasthan. Located
on the top of the Trikuta Hill, it is visible
from a distance of about 15 kilometres. The
ramparts, bastions and the long-stretching
walls of the fort dazzle gloriously during
early morning and at sunset. You can also
have a look at a cultural programme organised
by Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation
(RTDC) at the local Poonam Stadium, just below
the fort. Camel rides and camel races are
a common sight in the Jaisalmer festivals.
The parade of the gaily-caparisoned camels
presents a spectacular sight. The characteristic
colourful turban tying competitions of the
locals, the camel dcor competitions, tug-of-war
along with a prize for the most impressive
moustache are some of the many interesting
events that will not only thrill you but also
make you come here again and again. |
 PATWON
KI HAVELI
The life within the citadel
gives you a clear picture of the medieval
majesty with its magnificent palace, havelis,
temples and the skilled artisans and camels
all around. Among the havelis made by Jaisalmer/s
wealthy merchants include the Patwon ki Haveli,
Salim Singh ki Haveli and Nathmal ki Haveli.
The Patwon ki haveli is the grandest mansion
in Jaisalmer, having ceiling supported by
exquisitely carved pillars. The delicately
chiselled balconies and extensive corridors
and chambers of this haveli also present an
impressive sight. |
 DESERT
CULTURE CENTER AND MUSEUM
The Desert Culture Centre and Museum is another
important place to visit in Jaisalmer. You
can see a good collection of historical as
well as contemporary objects of interest here
giving you a clear insight into past and present
of the place. The museum has a good collection
of old coins, different kinds of textiles,
traditional Rajasthani instruments and some
fossils discovered in the desert. |
 JAIN
TEMPLE
The Jaisalmer Fort has three
exclusive Jain temples. These three Jain temples
are supposedly dedicated to the three Jain
tirthankars namely Rishabhdevji, Sambhavanathji
and the Ashthapadi. The library located just
by these temples holds one of the oldest manuscripts
of India. |
 SALIM
SINGH KI HAVELI
Located at the eastern end of the city, the
Salim Singh ki Haveli is an interesting site
to visit in Jaisalmer. Built around 300 year
ago, this haveli belonged to Salim Singh,
the Prime Minister to then Maharaja of Jaisalmer,
Maharaja Rawal Gaj Singh. The Salim Singh
ki Haveli is characterised by yellow stone
that is covered with intricate carvings, elaborate
balcony and beautiful blue cupola roof. |
 NATHMAL
KI HAVELI
Nathmal-ki-Haveli is the third
of its kind supposedly built in AD 1885. Characterised
by intricate architecture and craftsmanship,
it belonged to later-day prime minister Nathmal,
who gifted it to the Rawal. The haveli has
two wings left and right, which were carved
by two brothers with splendid miniature paintings.
The jharokhas are the speciality of the haveli
as they seem to emerge from a book of poetry
because of the fine stone carvings. |
 GADISSAR
LAKE
Gadsisar Lake is another important site to
visit in Jaisalmer. A scenic rain water lake
surrounded by some beautiful shrines makes
it a photographers delight. A good number
of people visit this lake which also is a
favourite outing spot for locals as well.
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General
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| Area |
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126.27 sq.km. |
| Altitude |
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250
metres |
| Climate |
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Mean Max.
Mean Min.
Clothing |
| Summer |
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48.00C
38.70C
Light Tropical |
| Winter |
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23.30C
05.50C
Woolen |
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