JAISALMER SAME DAY TOUR

DURATION OF THE TOUR: SAME DAY RETURN

DESTINATION COVERING: JAISALMER (THE GOLDEN CITY)

Jaisalmer is a former medieval trading center and princely in the heart of the Thar Desert. Known as the “Golden City,” was founded by Maharawal Jaisal in the year 1156 AD after having shifted his capital from Ludharva to a safer place. it’s distinguished by its yellow sandstone architecture. Dominating the skyline is Jaisalmer Fort, a sprawling hilltop citadel buttressed by 99 bastions. Behind its massive walls stand the ornate Maharaja’s Palace and intricately carved Jain temples.

PLACES TO SEE

Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest fortifications in the world, was built in 1156 AD by the Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, from whom it derives its name. The fort stands amidst the sandy expanse of the great Thar Desert, on Trikuta Hill, and has been the scene of many battles. Its massive yellow sandstone walls are a tawny lion colour during the day, fading to honey-gold as the sun sets, thereby camouflaging the fort in the yellow desert. For this reason, it is also known as the SonarQuila or Golden Fort.

Bada Bagh, which literally means ‘Big Garden’, has three different things to watch, a garden, a tank and a dam. In the vicinity itself you will find Govardhan Stambh (pillar). This pillar was constructed to commemorate the construction of the Dam and the tank. Other interesting monuments in the vicinity are the Cenotaphs. These cenotaphs also known as chattris and were constructed by the various Bhati rulers. One cenotaph has been erected for each ruler.

Salim Singh ki haveli has been built on the remains of an older haveli built in the late 17th century. It has a distinct architecture. Its roof has been constructed in the form of Peacock. The haveli is situated beside the hills near the Jaisalmer Fort. Other havelis in Jaisalmer, this too has tuskers guarding the gateways. These are made of sand stones and look very close to the original in appearance. The haveli consists of as many as 38 balconies and they all have distinct designs for themselves. The front facet of the haveli resembles ship stern and thus this haveli is also sometimes referred as Jahazmahal.

Patwon-Ki-Haveli is massive five-storied construction has five intricately decorated huge suites. The large corridors and the decorated walls are excellent representations of the art form that prevailed. The entire construction is made of yellow sandstone. The grandeur and the architecture of the monument add immense value to the cultural heritage of the city.

Gadsisar Lake is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Jaisalmer. Leaving the crowd away, there is Gadsisar lake, which is the symbol of peace and prosperity. The major tourist attraction of the Gadsisar Lake is the lake surrounding temples and migratory birds. If you are lucky enough you might just be able to spot a migratory bird. There are a number of temples around it making it a famous pilgrimage spot. It was once a water reservoir to the whole of Rajasthan.

Tannot Mata temple is close to the border with Pakistan, and is very close to the battle site of Longewala of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, indeed some credit the temple for the outcome of the battle. It is now a tourist destination in India. The area is said to have oil and gas reserves It is said that during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, Pakistani Army dropped several bombs targeting the temple but none of the bombs could fall on the temple and large number of the bombs in the vicinity of the temple did not explode. The temple has a museum which has collections of the unexploded bombs dropped by Pakistan.

!!! In the Evening after Completion of Jaisalmer Sight Seeing, Our Chauffer Will Drop You at Your Hotel with Sweet Memories of same day Tour!!!

We would be more than happy to help you. Our team adviser are 24/7 at your service to help you.