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Rajasthan Destinations > Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer
THE GLORY OF THE GOLDEN FORT
Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of
Jaisalmer.A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands with all its
awesome splendour, dominating the amber hued city. The city has an
interesting legend associated with it, according to which,Lord Krishna the
head of the Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of the
Yadav Clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill.His prophecy was
fulfilled in 1156 AD when Awal Jasial,a descendent of the Yadav Clan and a
Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital
Jaisalmer,preched on the Trikuta Hill.
PRIME SITES - THE FORT
The golden hued fort is a sentinel to the bleak desertscape from its 80
meter high perched on a hill,housing the entire ownship within its
ramparts.
It has an
enchanting cob-web of narrow lanes dotted with some lovely havelis,three
beautifully sculptured Jain temples of the 12th-15th century AD and five
interconnected palaces.
The fort is
apporahed through four gateways Akhaiya Pol, Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol and Hava
Pol.
PRIME SITES - GADSISAR LAKE
A scenic rain water lake with numerous beautiful shrines around and a
spectacular avian variety.The lake is an idilic spot for outings.
PRIME SITES - NATHMALJI-KI-HAVELI
The late 19th century haveli with intricate architecture is a display of
sheer craftsmanship.The left and right wings of the mansion which were
craved by two brothers are not identical but very similar and balanced in
design.The interior walls are ornate with splendid miniature paintings.
PRIME SITES - PATWON-KI-HAVELI
The most elaborate and magnificent of all the Jaisalmer havelis.It has
exquisitely craved pillars and extensive corridors and chambers.One of the
apartments of this storey high haveli is painted with beautiful murals.
PRIME SITES - SALIM SINGH-KI-HAVELI
This 300 year old haveli of Jaisalmer's Prime Minister to Maharaja Rawal Gaj
Singh- Salim Singh,has a beautiful bule cuopla roof with superbly craved
brackets in the form of peacocks.This extraordinary mansion in yellow stone
is covered with intricate carvings and has an elaborate projecting balcony
on the top storey.
The mansion is one of the most noteable of the array of havelis.
PRIME SITES - SAM SAND DUNES (42 KM)
No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the most picturesque
dunes of Sam.The ripples on the wind-caressed dunes,that create an
enchanting mirage, are surely a delight for a tigger-happy photographer.
Various cultural
programmers are organised against the backdrop of these fascinating sand
dunes.Exciting camel safaris allow you to get the real feel of the desert on
the camel back.
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