Jaisalmer offers a host of places to visit with each taking pride in its beauty and grandeur. A city where history meets class, where the desert comes to life with intriguing events, where architecture leaves you spellbound and activities keep you on your toes, where local and international cuisines are a treat and not to forget the visit to the local markets that have a range of handicrafts to pick from. The beautiful city has remarkable things to offer to one and all. Preserving its tradition yet offering a taste of modernity, Jaisalmer offers several tiny gems to explore.
The world’s monument of love, the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Taj Mahal in Agra is the most popular with guests who visit India – and it is understandable why. Sunrise and sunset visits are the best time to explore. If you are lucky enough to visit on a full moon night, you may be able to witness this beautiful white marble structure change colors as the reflection hits the facade.
Why was the Taj Mahal built? Mughal emperor...
What can be more fun than exploring the spectacular Thar desert on the back of a camel? This ship of the desert has been the reliable transport in the desert from ancient times. The Great India Desert ideally deserves a two-day stay, allowing you to explore the golden beauty well. The silence in the desert is soothing and offers a much-needed break from city life. Between the ride do take a pit stop to learn about the village...
This man-made lake is a refreshing site to visit amidst the sand dunes. This sparkling beauty was built by Maharawal Gadsi Singh and has been a tourist attraction for years. Going by history it is said this lake used to once provide water to the entire city. The lake is surrounded by beautiful temples and historical sites, get on a hand rowed boat to explore the surrounding scenic points.
Derived from the Arabic word, haveli means private space or partition. However, it eventually became synonymous with traditional structures like townhomes or even lavish mansions. Jaisalmer has some of the most beautifully structured havelis. One of the popular haveli, Kothari Patwa, depicts architecture which is inspired by the Victorian, Rajput and Mughal eras. Each pillar, balcony is carved stunningly and decorated with expensive artefacts imported from various countries in those times. Apart from this, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, The...
A visit to Jaisalmer is truly incomplete without visiting the market streets that offer a range of handicrafts products to shop from. There are several bazaars that display ethnic jewellery, footwear and crafts made from camel leather, textiles, traditional footwear, puppets, colourful fabrics, bags and numerous decorative pieces to adorn your home. Sadar Bazaar, Bhatia Bazaar, and Pansari Bazaar are some of the well-known places to go street shopping.
Bada Bagh, which literally means a big garden, was built for the Maharajas and their family. It has a collection of several beautifully constructed monuments referred to as chhatris. Built in yellow sandstone, they are decorated with sculptures and inscriptions. Watching the sunrise from this historical place is a perfect way to start your day. The golden light...
