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Jaisalmer Travel Tour
Situated in the heart of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is a
remote settlement came to be celebrated for the glory of its
rulers, and became known for its palaces and havelis. The
rich merchants engaged stone-craftsmen who did work of great
delicacy on the sandstone mansions they built, filling up
facades with sculptural filigree, screen windows, delicate
pavilions and beautiful balconies. These days people from
all over the world throng to this place just in order to
explore the enchanting beauty of the abode.
Getting there
Fly Away : The nearest airport is at Jodhpur (308 km).
Flights of Alliance Air (a subsidiary of Indian Airlines)
link Jaisalmer to Mumbai, Delhi, Jodhpur, and Jaipur.
On Tracks : Jaisalmer is well linked to cities within
Rajasthan. A broad gouge line connects Jodhpur to Jaisalmer
On Wheels : Jaisalmer is well connected to good roads to
Udaipur, Jaipur Ahemdabad.
Jaisalmer Sightseeing Overview
Jaisalmer Fort Tour :
It is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan enclosed under the
three strong walls. The steep cobblestone pathway leading to
the royal palace passes through four gatesAkhai Pol (Ganesh
Pol), Suraj Pol, Bhuta Pol and Hawa Pol. Sharp turns on the
road, topped by high defence gateways, make it invincible.
At the highest point of the palace can be seen a Meghadamber.
Gaddisar Lake Tour :
This is a picturesque rain water lake with numerous
beautiful shrines around and a
spectacular avian variety. One of the favorite tourists
spots in Jaisalmer.
Havelis of Jaisalmer :
Jaisalmer is known for its havelis especially the Patwon Ki
Haveli, Salim Singh Ki Haveli are worth watching.
Nathmalji-ki-Haveli : Built in late 19 th century,
the haveli endorses intricate architecture of sheer
craftsmanship. The left and right wings of the mansion which
were carved by two brothers are not identical but very
similar and balanced in design. The interior walls are
ornate with splendid miniature paintings.
Patwon -ki-Haveli : It have exquisitely carved
pillars and extensive corridors and chambers.One of the
apartments of this five storied high haveli is painted with
beautiful murals.
Salim Singh-ki-Haveli : This 300 year old haveli of
Jaisalmer's Prime Minister to Maharaja Rawal Gaj Singh-Salim
Singh.
Fairs & Festivals of Jaisalmer
Visit Jaisalmer and experience the heights of fun and
festivity at
Jaisalmer Desert Festival
Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jaipur Tour
Day 01: Jaipur - Jaisalmer (k.M.648)
Arrival at Airport or Railway Station & Transfer to
Jaisalmer Hotel. Day at Leisure with Visit to Jaisalmer
Fort.
Day 02: Jaisalmer Sightseeing
Full day visit of Jaisalmer with Gadisar Lake & optional
visit of Ladurva (16 Kms From Jaisalmer) And Desert National
Park.
Day 03: Jaisalmer Tour
Full day visit of Jaisalmer with Amar Sagar, Mool Sagar,
Wood Fossil Park and Sam and Dunes and Visit to Havelis.
Day 04: Jaisalmer - Jaipur (k.M.648)
After having breakfast drive to Back to Jaipur to reach your
next destination.
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