Rajasthan Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer is a  heritage city that lies in the heart of the Thar Desert near Rajasthan's remote western border, surrounded by sand dunes. Jaisalmer would be just any Rajasthani town but, looming over the city, towering nearly 100 metres over the city and apparently rising out of the desert haze, is the spectacular golden Jaisalmer Fort. Made of yellow sandstone, the fort inspires wonder at its beauty like perhaps none other in India. It has the appearance of a giant sandcastle shimmering in the desert heat like a mirage that will soon disappear. Contrary to expectation though, the Jaisalmer Fort is a living breathing entity.

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Most important places to Visit in Jaisalmer / Sightseeing places in Jaisalmer.

Which all places I can visit along with Jaisalmer ?

Tour Itineries along with Jaisalmer.

Best time to visit Jaisalmer.

How to reach Jaisalmer?

Most important places to Visit in Jaisalmer / Sightseeing places in Jaisalmer.

Mehrangarh Fort

Expansive courtyards, walls decorated with intricate carvings, regal halls made in sandstone and the royal charm of the interiors combine to make the Mehrangarh Fort one of India’s most majestic forts.

JaswantThada

Built entirely in milky-white marble, JaswantThada is better known as the TajMahal of Rajasthan. Marvel at its exquisitely carved gazebos and lovely domes, illuminated by the sun’s rays during the day.

UmaidBhawan Palace

Perched above the city of Jodhpur, this magnificent Art Deco palace is still home to the royal family.

Sam Sand Dunes

These shifting white sand dunes, located close to the village Sam, are a great way to explore the Thardesert.

Patwon-ki-Haveli

This ornate haveli is among the most splendid in Jaisalmer. It consists of a set of five houses, which were built by five Jain merchant brothers in the 19th century.

Gadsisar Lake

The beautiful rainwater lake is surrounded by numerous temples and pavillions, and offers magnificent views of Jaisalmer Fort.

Jaisalmer Fort

Perched on top of a small hill, this large fort makes for a mesmerising sight. Also known as the Golden Fort, it is surrounded by a 30 foot high wall, and has over 99 bastions and some imposing gateways or pols

Which all places I can visit along with Jaisalmer ?

Tour Itineries along with Jaisalmer.

Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Jaipur

Mumbai – Bhavnagar – Palitana – Ahmedabad – Mount Abu - Udaipur – Rohetgarh – Jaisalmer – Bikaner - Jaipur – Agra - Delh

Jaipur - Jodhpur- Pushkar - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Udaipur - Mount Abu

Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Pushkar - Deogarh - Udaipur - Mount Abu - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Mandawa – Delhi

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Samode - Mandawa - Khimsar - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Delhi

Delhi -Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Ramkunda - Peerwal – Sand Dunes- Jeseri - Kuldhara - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Jaipur – Delhi

Delhi - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Rohet - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra - Varanasi – Delhi

Best time to visit Jaisalmer.

The best time to visit Jaisalmer is from October to February when the weather is pleasant enough to explore the city and indulging in outdoor activities. The Desert festival is held in February with pomp and enthusiasm.

During the summer season, from March to August, with temperature reaching up to a maximum of 42°C and dipping to a minimum 25°C. It is better to avoid visiting this place during the summer season as the chances of sunstroke are high.

From September to October, during the monsoon season, this place experiences medium to low rainfall. The level of humidity rises making it unsuitable for a visit.

How to reach Jaisalmer?

How to Reach Jaisalmer by Air

Jaisalmer airport is 10km from the city  with connections to Delhi and Mumbai; other important airport is Jodhpur (275km).Tourist taxis, jeeps and auto rickshaws are available outside the Jaisalmer airport to travel the short distance into the city while jeeps and tourist taxis, mini buses and coaches are available in Jodhpur, both outside the airport and through travel agents and tour operators.

How to Reach Jaisalmer by Rail

Jaisalmer is now connected by both metre and broad gauge rail lines to other cities in Rajasthan and to important destinations like Delhi, Ahmedabad and Mumbai via Jodhpur. The luxury tourist train, the Palace on Wheels halts at Jaisalmer as it travels through Rajasthan.

How to Reach Jaisalmer by Road

Jaisalmer is connected to Jodhpur (275km), Bikaner (333km), Ajmer (500km), Udaipur (663km) and to Delhi (900km) by well-maintained state and national highways. It is always advisable to hire the services of an experienced driver as driving in the Thar Desert can be extremely hazardous for the first time traveller.