Jaisalmer

The Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon-ki-haveli, Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Salim-Singh-ki-haveli, Tazia Tower, Bar Bagh, and the lovely Gadsisar Lake are some of the city’s top tourist attractions. The country’s superb handicrafts and vibrant festivals are also top tourist draws. Other top draws for visitors to the city are the vibrant and colourful Jaisalmer festivals.

Climate

Jaisalmer, is an arid desert region, prone to extreme temperatures. Temperatures vary considerably from day to night during both summer and winter. The maximum summer temperature is around 49°C (120°F) while the lowest is 25°C (77°F). The highest winter temperature is usually around 23.6°C (74.5°F) and the lowest is -5°C (23°F). The common rainfall is 209.5 millimeters (8.25 in). The highest temperature ever recorded was 50.0 °C (122.0 °F); the lowest recorded temperature was −5.9 °C (21.4 °F). Temperatures up to 52.4°C (126.3°F) have been recorded near the international border near Pakistan, but the standard conditions of this temperature record have yet to be verified.

Location

Jaisalmer district is located in the Thar desert, straddling the border of India and Pakistan. It is bounded to the northeast by Bikaner district, to the east by Jodhpur district, to the south by Barmer district and to the west and north by Pakistan. The district lies within a rectangle between 26°.

History and Legends of Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer, sometimes known as “the Jewel of the Desert,” is one of Rajasthan, India’s most intriguing cities. The city of Jaisalmer, also referred to as “the Golden City of India,” is renowned for its beautiful forts, enchanting palaces, havelis (mansions), and centuries-old homes. Additionally, Jaisalmer is well-known for its fascinating sand dunes and exhilarating camel safaris. There are several thrilling tourist attractions in Jaisalmer that showcase the regal beauty of the past.

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Places to Visit in Jaisalmer

Havelis in Jaisalmer

Constructed by affluent merchants, the Jaisalmer havelis (mansions) are renowned for their exquisite cutwork, yellow and red stone treatment, and the bracket-shaped peacock decorations. Major tourist attractions in Jaisalmer include the ostentatioushavelis including the Patwon-ki-Haveli, Salim-Singh-ki-Haveli, and Nathmaljikihaveli.

Jaisalmer Fort

Constructed in the 12th century, Jaisalmer Fort is one of Rajasthan, India’s most imposing forts. The 250-foot-tall Jaisalmer Fort, which is perched atop Trikuta Hill and is ringed by a 30-foot-tall sandstone wall with 99 bastions, provides tourists with a breathtaking view. The fort also has an impressive Jain temple.

Lake Gadisar

A popular tourist destination in Jaisalmer is a rainwater lake close to “Tillon Ki Gate,” which is decorated with an arched doorway. Around the lake, there are a lot of little temples and shrines. It was a water-saving tank created in the 15th century. There are many birds to be seen, the most of which are migratory and come from the adjacent Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Today, it is a top picnic location and a boating hotspot.

Desert National Park

An exceptional environment that has been designated as a national park since 1980 and has a total area of around 3160 square kilometres. The National Park is home to many different species of animals, including fox, vultures, chinkara, desert hare, blackbuck, and desert snake.