ONE DAY SIGHTSEEING JAISALMER

There are various tourist attractions in Jaisalmer. Most of them are famous for their cultural significance. Many of these attractions are famous for the way they depict the life of people in Jaisalmer now and in the olden days. Some of the major tourist attractions in Jaisalmer are:

• Jaisalmer Fort

This majestic Fort stands tall amidst a vast region covered in golden sand dunes. The scenery itself is an unforgettable view. Inside the fort, you can find glimpses of the cultural heritage of Jaisalmer.

• Kuldhara Village

This abandoned village near Jaisalmer is now preserved. It is eerily beautiful and ancient. This village is believed to be haunted by the spirits of those who abandoned this place. A lot of tourists like to visit this place for the sheer thrill of it.

• Dilwara Jain Temples

Amidst the dunes lies a group of ancient Jain temples dedicated to the Jain Tirthankars. It is a famous pilgrim icon for Jainism and is visited widely by tourists as well as the locals.

• Desert National Park

If you want to get an aura of the flora and fauna of the desert life of Thar, you should be heading towards this place immediately. It is perfectly beautiful and adventurous.

• Gadisar Lake

Surrounded by temples and shrines, this lake gives a brilliant sunset point in the city. It is famous for being the perfect picturesque location for couples.

• Tazia Tower & Badal Palace

A unique architecture, something you would have never seen before lies in the middle of the city. The tower emerges from the center of a palace, which is shaped like a cloud giving it its name.

• Patwon Ki Haveli

A cluster of 5 palaces covered in the shades of Yellow and Red, famous for its intricate architecture and mural artwork, this ancient monument is believed to be built by a person named Patwa, who was a wealthy trader. Local anecdotes say that he built them for his 5 sons.

• Tanot Mata Temple

Situated close to the Indi-Pak Border, it is believed that this place was saved untouched even during the bombings of 1971. The locals worship Tanot Mata and consider her responsible for their protection during the war such that not a single person died in the village even after heavy bombings in the area.

You can reach Jaisalmer by Train or by Cars. However, there is no airport in Jaisalmer, so no direct flights are available to this place. Though, one can take a flight to Jodhpur and then travel 300kms via car or bus to reach Jaisalmer.

There are various tour planners available in Jaisalmer to take you around the city. You can also hire taxi services in Jaisalmer and explore the city by yourself.

Jaisalmer is famous for traditional Marwari delicacies and a blend of Mughal dishes in the non-veg segment. If you are a fan of Non-Veg delicacies, you can try the famous Mutton Saag dish. Dishes like Daal-Baati Churma, Gatte ki Sabji, Murg-e-Sabz, Lassi, Kachori, Ker Sangri, Sogra and Moth, etc. are famous.

For the true taste of these dishes, you should always try from a local Dhaba or food corner, as the restaurants might often not give away the true taste of Marwar delicacies.

Popular shopping places in Jaisalmer are Seema Gram, Manak Chowk, Pansari Bazaar, Sonaron Ka Baas, Bhatia Bazaar, Sadar Bazaar, etc. These markets are full of local hawkers and footpath sellers who sell the essence of Jaisalmer in beautiful handicraft and colorful garments. There is a popular saying about these people that their hands may be poor, but their hearts are painted in the colors of love for their culture and traditions.

In these markets, you can shop for textiles, silk, paintings, carpets, rugs, silver ornaments, puppets, décor items, and other handicrafts. Apart from these, you can take home some delicious sweets and exotic spices sold especially in the markets of Jaisalmer. 

Jaisalmer is also a good place to buy traditional Rajasthani garments such as scarves, sarees, and suits, which are colorful and in designs of Bandhani, Lehriya, or Gota-Patti.

There are various luxury hotels and resorts in Jaisalmer such as Shaahi Garg, HosteLaVie, Sairafort Hotel, Hotel Rang Mahal, Rawalkot, Golden Haveli, Fort Villa, Club Mahindra, Grand Khalifa, etc.

Jaisalmer has a lot of places nearby which can be visited by one-day or two-day tours from Jaisalmer. Some of these are:

Jodhpur — 300kms from Jaisalmer

Jaipur — 600kms from Jaisalmer

Udaipur — 550kms from Jaisalmer

New Delhi — 800kms from Jaisalmer

Bikaner — 300kms from Jaisalmer

Agra — 825kms from Jaisalmer

Chandigarh — 875kms from Jaisalmer