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Situated in the very heart of vast Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is wonderful tourist destination in Rajasthan to explore. Majestically standing on a ridge of yellowish sandstone and crowned by a majestic fort complex, the desert city of Jaisalmer has various palaces and beautiful Jain temples. Many of houses and temples in Jaisalmer are exquisitely sculptured and ornamented with exquisite carvings. Emerging from the heart of great Indian Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is fondly described as the Golden City of India.

Jaisalmer city tour provides tourists a wonderful opportunity to explore majestic Jaisalmer Fort also called Sonar Quila or Jaisalmer Durg. Tourists have opportunity to explore various exquisite Jain temples inside fort complex. Tourists have also opportunity to explore some of famous havelis of Jaisalmer lined in the narrow streets of the city. The city is also base to enjoy the charm of rippling sand dunes of Thar Desert. Tourists can take exciting camel safari to nearby villages to witness the romantic charm of sunset over the sand dunes. The city is also base to visit the world famous Desert National Park. On the whole city tour in Jaisalmer can be memorable experience if you truly deserve its charm.

Major tourist attractions in the Golden City are ----

Jaisalmer Fort - It is one of the largest forts in the world. The fort complex is known for its architectural brilliance and housing beautiful palaces and temples inside. It is also known as the Golden Fort or the Sonar Kila. Attractions inside the fort complex are Raj Mahal (Royal Palace), Jain Temples, Laxmi Nath Temple and Merchant Havelis. Some of temples and havelis are finely sculptured. It attracts a big crowd of tourists to the city. On the whole, it is one of the most popular and must visit attractions of Jaisalmer city tours and travels.

Havelis in Jaisalmer – The city of Jaisalmer is also known for exquisite havelis. Major Havelis in the city are Patwon-Ki-Haveli, Salim-Singh-Ki-Haveli, Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli, Shree Nath Palace Haveli, Mehra Haveli, etc.

Museums in Jaisalmer – The city also boast some of worth visit museums. Museums in the city are Mehra Haveli, Jaisalmer Folk Lore Museum, Government Museum, Desert Culture Centre & Museum, etc.

Gadsisar Lake – It is also a one of the popular attractions of Jaisalmer city tour. It is a scenic & picturesque rainwater lake surrounded by various small temples and shrines.

Other Attractions in Jaisalmer – Desert National Park, Sam Sand Dunes, Khuri Sand Dunes, Camel Safari, etc.

Desert Festival - It is one of the most popular attractions of Jaisalmer Tourism. It is celebrated in the city every year in the January/February. It is the best time to visit the Golden City of Jaisalmer. During this period tourists have wonderful opportunity to witness many performing arts like folk dances, folk music, and Kalbelia dances.

How to Reach Jaisalmer

By Air : The nearest airport is at Jodhpur 300 km away.
By Rail : Jaisalmer is well-connected by direct train with Jodhpur and Delhi.
By Road : Jaisalmer is well-connected by roads with all the major cities of Rajasthan and Delhi.