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Rajasthan-
Jaisalmer |
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Introduction :
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Jaisalmer is amongst the last of the former princely kingdoms of Rajputana
before the border between India and Pakistan. The people of Jaisalmer
believe Lord Krishna prophecied to Arjuna that one of his descendants
would establish a kingdom on Trikuta Hill. The Lord’s prophecy was
fulfilled in 1196 AD when Rawal Jaisal, a Bhatti Rajput who traced his
lineage to Krisnna’s Yadava clan, shifted his capital from Lodurva (16
km away) to Trikuta Hill. Jaisalmer’s past glories can be seen in its
impressive golden fort on Trikuta Hill that dominates the horizon.
Jaisalmer, the city of the golden fort is a fantasy in yellow sandstone
in the heart of the Thar Desert. Rawla Jaisal, a Bhatti Rajput King,
founded the city in the year 1156 A.D.Perched atop the Trikuta Hill, it
stands tall against miles of gleaming sand. The sunset has a peculiar
glow here. As the night descends, the sky goes up in flames, which fade
leaving a few embers, till it becomes black. A breathtaking sight
indeed! Every house, here, is exquisitely carved, having filigreed work
all over. These houses date back to 12th – 15th century. And hence
Jaisalmer is called ’the Museum city’. |
| Area |
15 Sq.Km |
| Temperature |
Summer : Max 43 °C, Min 27
°C.
Winter : Max 26°C, Min 10 °C. |
| Language |
Rajasthan, Hindi, English |
| STD Code |
02992 |
| Rainfall |
310cm |
| Best Time to Visit |
July to March |
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How to get there :
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Air: Jodhpur 285 km is the convenient airport
Rail: A good network of roads joins Jaisalmer with many
destinations in and around Rajasthan
Road: Rail connection with major cities of the country through
Jodhpur |
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Places to Visit : |
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Gadsisar Lake |
Jaisalmer Fort |
Nathmailji ki haveli |
Salim's Singh Haveli |
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Jain Temple |
Manak Chowk |
Patwon ki Haveli |
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Excursion : |
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Akal Fossil Park |
Amar Sagar |
Khuhri |
Lodurva |
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Sam Sand Dunes |
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Shopping : |
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Shop for exquisitely carved wooden boxes in tiny curio shops. Traditional
rugs, handwoven blankets and shawls in typical Rajasthani color and weave
are also available. Mirror work, embroided article silver jewelry. Trickles
and curios are other boys of Jaisalmer. The shopping spots are within the
fort and include sadar Bazar, sonaron ka Bass Manak Chowk, pansari bazar,
Gandhi Darshan, Seema gram, Rajsthani Govt. shop and Khadi Gramodyog
Emporium. Jaisalmer is famous for embroidery, rajasthani mirror work, rugs,
blankets, antiques and old stone work. Tie-dye and other fabrics are made at
the Kahdi Gramudyog Bhavan. |
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