"The Golden City"
Jaisalmer Tourism At A Glance
Situated close to the Pakistan Border, Jaisalmer is a major tourist spot located in the northwestern state of Rajasthan in India. It is called the 'golden city' due to its bounteous sand dunes flowing in the Thar Desert. People gather here to witness different ethnic culture and pumped up adventure. It?s a sublime amalgam of heritage, culture and adventure spooks.
Autos and tongas are the most widely used mode of transport within the city. Rickshaw pullers might not be as friendly as you would expect them to be, but it's the best way to beat the bottlenecks in the city. Bikes are available for rent too.
Hotels in Jaisalmer
Here, you will find all kinds of accommodation facilities. Lavish places as well as those that will suit your budget.
What's Great?
Amazing sand dunes. Beautiful heritage monuments. Culturally rich. Grand palaces and Jain temples.
What's not so Great?
Summers can be harsh. Expensive accommodation and commute. Slightly difficult to reach.
For Whom
Jaisalmer is for everyone who loves cultural events and a trip through rich heritage. It is a beautiful city and is a spectacle of visiting during the Desert Festival.
Add just a tiny hint of rich non-vegetarian food in a typical Rajasthani cuisine and subtle influences of North India, and the rich and mouth watering menu that you will get will be Jaisalmer's cuisine. Murgh-e-subz is a chicken delicacy that you must not miss while in Jaisalmer. Along with this are other non-vegetarian preparations such as Tikkas and kebabs. Other than these Ker Sangri, Banon Aloo and Kadi Pakora are popular and almost define the food here.
Commuting Within Jaisalmer
Autos and tongas are the most widely used mode of transport within the city. Rickshaw pullers might not be as friendly as you would expect them to be, but it's the best way to beat the bottle necks in the city. Bikes are available on rent too.
Itinerary
Day 1- Exploring the streets of Jaisalmer Fort, enjoy Palace museum, Visit local markets. Day 2- Desert safari, camel rides, overnight camp at the Thar desert. Day 3- Visit local bazaars and handicraft stores, enjoy local dishes and Rajasthani cuisine. Day 4- Visit different havelis and Jain temples and later enjoy by the Amar Sagar Lake.
The Golden City
Jaisalmer is a desert town covered in golden sand and having camels in abundance. The Jaisalmer Fort stands as a crown atop the city and provides a beautiful contrast to the landscape. It also has a lake and many beautiful temples, all made of sandstone. Jaisalmer is the most important tourist attraction in Rajasthan.
Desert Festival
The Jaisalmer Desert Festival is an event organized by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation each February. It celebrated in the Thar Desert and the locals dress up in traditional and colorful attires. There is a lot of singing and dancing, gymnastic acts, camel races, tug of war, turban tying and a march from the Fort to the desert.
Reviews about Jaisalmer
- Keep you sunscreen and sunglasses handy. The Deser Safari would obviously be quite dusty, so go prepared for that. Evening and nights might be very cool.
Questions about Jaisalmer
By Rohit Shroff
I am planning to visit Jaisalmer around New Years. Would it be very crowded at that time? Also, are there cafes to just sit and chill?
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