The city of Jaisalmer oozes beauty in the hot barren deserts of Rajasthan. The city has a medieval feel with small by lanes and an amazing atmosphere. The huge havelis, palaces and forts just speak for themselves telling you about the exemplarily architecture of Jaisalmer.
The palace is a part of national heritage and a thing to be taken pride of. The carvings in stone and detailing in the palaces are just extraordinary, The city is famous for its beautiful embroidery and the gem stones.
Climate: The best months to visit Jaisalmer are between October to March. The maximum temperature during summer is 42° C and the minimum is 25° C, while in winters the maximum is 24° C and the minimum temperature is 7° C.
How to reach:
Distance: Jaisalmer is 897 km from Delhi and 638 km from Jaipur and 285 km from Jodhpur.
By Train: It is connected with the major cities through railways via Jodhpur.
By Air: The most convenient airport to approach Jaisalmer is in Jodhpur that is 285km.
By Bus: A good road service connects Jaisalmer with many destinations in and around Rajasthan. The Rang Mahal has some exquisite murals painted on arches and spandrels.
What to see and what to do:
- Jaisalmer Fort: It is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan after the palace of Chittaur. The fort has five palaces called Sarvottam Vilas, Akhai Vilas, Gaj Mahal, Rang Mahal and Moti Mahal. Jali or latticework screens of excellent craftsmanship shade interiors from the fierce heat and desert winds The Rang Mahal has some exquisite murals painted on arches and spandrels.
- The Jain Temples: Jain temples dedicated to Rishabhdevji, Sambhavanathiji and the Ashthapadi temple. Each temple is exquisitely carved. The ornamentation of the temples resembles the Dilwara temples in Mt. Abu. The emerald icon of Mahavira is an added beauty.
- Salim-Singh-ki-Haveli: The haveli is a magnificent edifice and although the upper storeys have been demolished yet the structure exudes beauty. Rows of peacocks below the arched balconies add the grace to its beauty.
- Patwon-ki-Haveli: It is located near the city centre.It was built between 1800 and 1860 AD. They are the evidence of the architectural wealth of Jaisalmer. It is the grandest mansion with delicately chiseled balconies.
- Nathmal-ki-Haveli: Another magnificent mansion with stone carvings.
- Lodurva: The ancient capital of the Bhattis, is 16 km from Jaisalmer. Its ruins are visited for the great Jain temple and the Kalpataru, a mythical tree of wish fulfilment. Amar Sagar which is an artificial water reservoir with a temple on the bank that is a lovely place for a picnic.
- Akal Wood Fossil Park: It is a wood fossil park spread over a area of 21 hectare area and brings back the Jurassic period before you. Fossilized logs of trees trunks are exposed for view.
- Sam Sand Dunes.
- Desert Culture Centre and Museum: It has number of old coins, different textiles, traditional Rajasthani instruments and even fossils discovered in deserts on display. It’s an insight into the history of Rajasthan.
- Desert National Park.
