Top 10 Places To Visit in Jaisalmer

 

Jaisalmer is a beautiful city, and it is located inside the Thar Desert. There are too many places to see in Jaisalmer. So if you are interested in exploring the beauty of Jaisalmer, you are at the right place, because today I will give you information about the top 10 places to see in Jaisalmer.

1. Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer Fort is also known as the Golden Fort of Rajasthan. Raja Jaisal was the one who constructed Jaisalmer Fort in 1156 AD, and it ranks among the largest forts in the world. It is made up of golden and yellow mixed sandstone. This place is one of the best places to see in Jaisalmer.

2. Bada Bagh

Bada Bagh is a huge garden and one of the great places to see in Jaisalmer. The garden served as a memorial where royal family members were cremated. If you visit Bada Bagh at the time of sunrise and sunset you will definitely be amazed.

3. Patwon-Ki-Haveli

Patwon Ki Haveli was built by a famous trader named Guman Chand and his sons. I have many large corridors and the decorated walls are excellent representations of the art that amaze Jaisalmer visitors. Whole building is made up of yellow sandstone. Now, a small part of it is converted into a museum. It is one of the great Jaisalmer tourist spot.

4. Sam Sand Dunes

Sam Sand Dune is Ideal for tourists in Jaisalmer. You will love camel safari on the sand dunes of Sam.Sunrise and sunset create an attractive scenario for visitors. If you want to visit Sam, you should

visit in February and March. Many cultural events like camel race, folk dance etc are conducted

here in these months. It is one of the great places to visit in Jaisalmer. 

5. The Thar Heritage Museum

It is located in the main market of the city. This museum shows you the history, art and culture of Thar Desert. This museum has sea fossils, unique ornaments of horses and ship of desert, ancient manuscripts, coins and weapons.

6. Gadisar Lake

Gadisar Lake was constructed by the First and second king of Jaisalmer. People of the city depend

upon this lake to fulfill their water needs. You will see various temples and ‘chattris’ around the

bank of this lake. 

7. Nathmal-Ki-Haveli

Nathmal Ki Haveli was built by two muslim brothers.Nathmal Ki Haveli is famous for beautiful

interiors, paintings. It has modern facilities too. It is recognized as one of the best haveli in

Jaisalmer. This place is one of the best places to see in Jaisalmer.

8. Jain Temples

Jain Temples are located inside the Jaisalmer Fort. Jain Temples are Series of temples for people

of Jaisalmer who are following Jainism. These temples are well carved and have good interior design.

These temples are also made up of yellow sandstone.

9. Salim Singh Ki Haveli

Salim Singh ki Haveli is famous for its eye-catching architecture. It was built by a minister,

Salim Singh. It has thirty eight balconies which have a peacock shaped roof. This place is

one of the top places to see in Jaisalmer.

10. Kuldhara Village

Kuldhara village is a haunted place that attracts many tourists. This village was once occupied

by Paliwal Brahmins. When the minister of the village Salim wants to marry the village's

chief’s daughter but villagers reject his demand and migrate to another location. They curse to

the village that the village will never get occupied by anyone. Now only ruins are left in this

village.

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