Jaisalmer is also called as Golden City of Rajasthan.Nothing can quite prepare you for the sheer magic and poetry of this city. The Jaisalmer fort seems to rise out of the desert haze, its yellow sandstone walls and bastions taking on a golden hue in the afternoon sun. This remote citadel is today famous for its carved havelies, its narrow cobbed streets and its well preserved Jain temples. The small market just located outside the fort is the main hub of activity.

Location: 826 Km from Delhi, 645 Km from Jaipur, 305 Km from Jodhpur355 Km from Bikaner, 519 Km from Udaipur
How to Reach: By Train, By Surface, By Air
Where to Stay: Heritage Hotels and Palaces
When to Visit : October to March

Worth Seeing Places:

Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer fort was built in 1156 by the Rajput ruler Jaisala. The Jaisalmer fort seems to rise out of the desert haze, its yellow sandstone walls and bastions taking on a golden hue in the afternoon sun. In fact, at whatever time of the day you look at the Golden Fort, it looks like a fairy tale creation. The fort dominates the small city that spreads around it.

Patwon Ki Haveli
It is one of the largest and most elaborate houses in Jaisalmer. It is five storeys high, extensively carved. It is divided in to six apartments two owned by the Archaeological Survey of India, Two by families who operate craft shops here, and two private homes.

Aakal
16 Km from Jaisalmer golden city of Rajasthan, Aakal is a Fossil Park where 180 million years ago stood a forest. the fossil trunks lie scattered in this park.

Godsisar Sagar Tank
The beautiful arched gateway across the road down to the tank is said to have been built by a prostitute. A scenic rain water lake with numerous beautiful shrines around. The lake is an idyllic spot for outings.

Lodurva
16 Km from Jaisalmer a golden city of Rajasthan is an important Jain pilgrimage.Also to be found here are ruins of ancient township.From Jaisalmer golden city of Rajasthan it is possible to get an insight into desert life by visiting SAM.Here camel rides on the sand dunes are an unforgettable experience as are the sunsets.

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