India is blessed with few beautiful desert cities like-Jaisalmer. It is renowned as “the Jewel of Desert” or “the Golden City of India”, is among the main attractive cities of Rajasthan in India. Jaisalmer is quite popular for its magnificent and giant forts and palaces. Jaisalmer is not only famous for its tourists places but also popular for its camel safaris and endless sand dunes. Camping in desert between the sand dunes is a great experience which every traveler wants to try. Jaisalmer is famous for few other things like Jaisalmer fort, Nathmalji Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, the Gadsisar Lake, Tazia Tower, Bara Bagh and many-many more…
Jaisalmer fort is located on Trikuta Hill. This enormous fort is about 250 ft tall offering panoramic view to the travelers. This fort has a very gorgeous and wonderful Jain Temple. Jaisel named Bhati Rajput ruler built this massive fort.
Havelis in Jaisalmer are quite popular for its traditional decor and designs. It mesmerizes every traveler by its
intricate designs of yellow and red stone treatment, peacock’s bracket-shaped decors and outstanding stone cutwork. Among such amazing Havelis, the most famous ones are Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Salim-Singh ki haveli and the Patwon ki Haveli.
For day excursion, try Gadsisar Sagar Lake. How amazing to know that there is a beautiful lake in a desert city. Not only humans but cents of migratory birds come here at this lake during winter season.
Bara Bagh, a retreat in desert, is located on the bank of Gadsisar Sagar Lake. To feel the pleasure of green lush environment, visitors must sure visit this garden.
Next, you can go to see Tazia Tower. This tower is five-tiered storey and is ornamented with a stunning carved balcony.
Sam Sand dunes are the focal point for tourists. These are located at the corner of the Thar Desert. This place is famous for camel safaris and a spectacular view of sunset.
Besides enjoying the tourists’ places, visitors can also fill their heart and stomach with the tasty food of Jaisalmer. Rich cuisine in Jaisalmer is definitely an outcome of its intense culture and heritage. The main attraction of this place is the “Sabji of Ker sangri” (not new for Rajasthanis” but for others, it is vegetable of desert beans and capers. Basically, the cuisine of Jaisalmer is dominated by vegetarian dishes.
Camel Safaris and Jeep Safaris are among the popular tourist activities. As we all know, Camel is recognized as “Ship of Desert”, so riding it is a great experience in Jaisalmer !! Lots of camel safaris are organized for you by local people. If you are frightened of sitting on camel, don’t get despair, Jeeps are waiting for you to make you float in the sea of sand!! Some Camel Safaris which also offer desert camping, a true experience of spending a night under the stars on cool soft sand with few worldly comforts. On these desert camps food is prepared freshly on the open fire by well trained chefs, I am sure you will savour every bite, its delicious !!! Try Camell Safari and Camping in Jaisalmer.
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