Jaisalmer is a town nestled on the Thar Desert, set towards the west of Rajasthan State in India. The town is often referred to as the Golden City, befitting the alluring golden yellow sandstone that spread throughout the townscape. The town used to be a trading hub in the olden times, sitting across the key paths of the camel trade.
The best time to visit Jaisalmer will be from October to March, since tourists can evade humid weather common during their warm summer. As the town is set on a desert, the mornings in the town are relatively hot and dry while the nights are usually mild and pleasant.
Things to see and do in Jaisalmer are plenty and interesting. The outskirts of the town awaits you for an exciting desert safari, on camel back or in a comfortable off road vehicle. The best places to go for desert safaris are Sam and Khuri sand dunes. They offer maximum thrill and pleasure, especially when you climb up dunes of amazing heights.
Within minutes from Jaisalmer you can reach another popular tourist attraction called the Desert National Park. It is one of the largest parks in India and houses a wide collection of fauna and flora. If you are a bird enthusiast, it is a must visit attraction, as you can encounter numerous migratory birds here.
An oasis in the desert, the Amar Sagar Lake sprawls in the outskirts of Jaisalmer. There is an imposing palace from the 17th century known as Amar Singh Palace. The palace houses many pavilions overlooking the striking lake. It is also a haveli, five floors in height, sheltering stunning murals within its walls. A haveli is a private mansion found in countries like India and Pakistan.
In the heart of the town sits a grandiose fort known as Jaisalmer Fort, which is also one of the oldest forts in Rajasthan. Said to be built in 12th century, the fort is perched on Trikuta Hill, and provides shelter to around a quarter of the town’s population who lives within the fort. Its hefty structure is built with sandstones and reaches a height of over 200 feet. Culture and history enthusiasts would definitely enjoy a tour in Jaisalmer Fort, which stands as a living embodiment of the past.
After a long day of sightseeing and exploring in Jaisalmer, it is a delight to pamper your taste buds with the town’s many restaurants offering succulent ethnic cuisines. As for souvenirs, you will be spoilt for choices. You can shop from antiques to mirror works, embroidery to fabrics and even silver jewellery and many other knickknacks.
Enjoy the convenience and explore the vibrant cultural and historial themes of a vibrant city by booking a stay at one of the most intimate and well established hotels in Jaisalmer. Staying at a Jaisalmer hotel like The Gateway Hotel, Jaisalmer is a perfect choice for the intuitive and aware traveller, and visitors can enjoy Jaisalmer, Rajasthan while enjoying breathtaking scenery of the Jaisalmer Fort.
