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A Rendezvous With
Jaisalmer |
Jaisalmer,
popularly known as the golden city, lies on the western border of India and
is a fascinating tourist destination pulling visitors from various parts of
the world. A major portion of this ancient city is a desert and the golden
rays of the setting sun draw a breathtaking picture on the sands of
Jaisalmer. The city is dotted with intricately wood and stone carved forts
and mansions which speak of the glorious past and the fabulous wealth.
Jaisalmer is a city of forts, havelis, and sand dunes with added attraction
of camel safaris which are unique and one of their kind. The main attraction
here is Jaisalmer Fort along with Jain Temple, Salim-Singh-ki-Haveli,
Patwon-ki-Haveli, Gadsisar Sagar Tank, Bara Bagh, and Jaisalmer Culture
Center. In conclusion its breathtaking beautiful scenery and extreme climate
leaves a lasting impression on every mind.
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Things You Can Do
in Jaisalmer |
» Sightseeing : Jaisalmer has numerous
places of interest for you and every site you go to will give you a pleasant
surprise.
» Shopping : Jaisalmer is famous for mirror work
embroidered articles, woollen pattu and other items made of good quality
locally produced wood, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curios.
The main shopping areas are Sadar Bazaar and Sonaron Ka Bas, Manak Chowk,
Pansari Bazaar. Also Rajasthani - Govt. shop for handicrafts and Khadi
Gramodyog.
» Camel Safaris : When you are in Jaisalmer, it is
difficult to resist the charm of a camel safari, the most interesting way to
explore the desert around.
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Sightseeing in
Jaipur |
» Jaisalmer Fort : The fort stands about 100
m over the city and in fact houses a citadel within its massive ramparts.
Walk down the narrow cobbled stone lanes, and feel the sheer magic of
Jaisalmer. The fort is approached through four gateways - Ganesh Pol, Suraj
Pol, Akhaiya Pol and the Hava Pol.
» Jain Temple : Built in the 12th to 15th century,
this group of fine Jain temples are located within the Jaisalmer Fort. They
are beautifully carved and dedicated to Rikhabdevji, Parswanathji and
Sambhavnathji.
» Havelis of Jaisalmer : The most exotic mansions or
havelis, all intricately latticed, are stretched all over Jaisalmer, each
with a different facade. Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli and Salim
Singh-ki-Haveli are some of the havelis which are worth visiting.
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Excursion from
Jaisalmer |
To
add thrill to your visit to Jaisalmer you can visit nearby places like
Lodurva( 16 km) is an important Jain pilgrimage, Wood Fossil Park, Aakal (17
km) takes one back to Jurassic period with 180 million year old fossils. The
other destinations worth visiting are Khuri(40 km), a desert village, Aman
Sagar (5 km) and Bada Bagh (6 km).
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Most Ideal Time to
Visit Jaipur |
Since Jaisalmer lies in the heart of the great Thar Desert, it has a
typical desert climatic conditions. During summers, the temperature rises to
a maximum of 46 degrees C and minimum of 35.4 degrees C. During winters, the
maximum temperature reaches up to 14 degrees C and lowest temperature falls
to 1 degree C.
Looking at the climatic conditions of the city, the best time to visit
Jaisalmer is between October & March.
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Getting There |
» By Air : The Jaisalmer airport is 5 km
from the city center. Jagson Airlines have just begun their operations to
the city which connects it with a tri-weekly flight to Delhi, Jaipur and
Jodhpur. Direct flights of Indian Airlines (Alliance Airways) also connect
the city to Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
» By Trains : Jaisalmer railway station is just off
national highway to Bikaner about 2 km from the city center. There are now
direct express trains which connect the city with Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
Besides this, it is well connected by trains to other major cities of the
country by a meter gauge line.
» By Road : A good network of roads joins Jaisalmer
with Jodhpur and many other destinations in and around Rajasthan. National
highway no: 15 connects Jaisalmer with cities like Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner,
Jaisalmer and Barmer. Some major destinations are - Jodhpur (285 km),
Bikaner via Pokhran (330 km), and Barmer via Devikot (153 km). Rajasthan
Roadways buses connect Jaisalmer with important towns of Rajasthan and
deluxe coaches depart for Jaipur in the evening.
» Private Vehicles : You can contact us for this, as
we are well established with an extensive number of cars and coaches for the
tourists from all over. Our collection of cars and coaches include all
luxury, deluxe and economy categories, just pick the one which is most
suitable for you.
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Anchoring in
Jaisalmer |
Jaisalmer,
a golden city, evokes a vivid picture of sheer magic and brilliance of the
desert. The city is dotted with splendid forts and havelis, built by the
wealthy merchants of the past, and till date these are a major source of
attraction for the tourists. Besides these, the camel safari, a unique
feature of the place, presents an out of the world experience sought after
by the visitors from far off lands. This mesmerising city is easily
accessible from various parts of the country via all modes of transport. On
reaching the city, one can easily move around as there is decent means of
public transport comprising of taxis and auto rickshaws.
In your voyage to Jaisalmer we offer the best range of cars and coaches to
make your tour in and around the city not only luxurious but one to be
cherished for ever. So book with us either at the Jaisalmer railway station
or at the Jaisalmer airport and give us a chance to serve you.
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Accommodations |
Numerous hotels in various categories are available here. You can
pick from deluxe, standard and budget hotels, as per you requirements.
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