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Jaisalmer, often referred to as the "Golden City," is a mesmerizing destination in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Known for its stunning yellow sandstone architecture, the city glows with a golden hue, especially at sunset. The crown jewel of Jaisalmer is the Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which stands majestically in the Thar Desert. Inside the fort, visitors can explore narrow winding streets, ancient temples, and vibrant bazaars. Another must-see attraction is the Patwon Ki Haveli, an intricate cluster of five havelis renowned for their stunning craftsmanship. For an authentic desert experience, a camel safari in the Sam Sand Dunes offers breathtaking vistas of the rippling sand and a chance to witness traditional Rajasthani folk performances under a star-studded sky. Jaisalmer's rich cultural heritage, combined with its desert charm with jaisalmer tour jaisalmer tour packages makes it a captivating destination for travelers seeking a blend of history and adventure in jaisalmer city, tanot tample jaisalmer

Maharawal Jaisal laid its foundations on 12th July, 1156 on 'TRIKOOT' (Triangular) hill considering it a suitable place, safe, secure and invulnerable to enemies. This fort in jaisalmer city, jaisalmer fort was built in seven years. The whole structure stands as 250 feet high, 1500 feet length and 750 feet width respectively.

This Golden fort is constructed with 99 'Burz' (Bastions) each about 30 feet in height. Fort has two safety line. called Perkota. First safety wall is 10 to 15 feet high. After a gap of 5 to 10 feet there is second wall (Perkota). These perkota and Burzes were built by Maharawal Bheem (1577 to 1613 A.D.) and Maharawal Manohar (1627 to 1650 A.D.). At the top of Perkota round big stone (Gola) are kept for safety purpose. These rounded stone were used to kill enemy trying to approach to fort through perkota.

Big canons are fitted on the four side of fort on Burzes to face the enemy.

It has a few wells for regular water supply including 'Jaisalu Well' which is said to be dug by Lord Krishna himself to quench the thirst of Arjuna.

The fort constructed with yellow stone glitters like a golden tiara in the morning sun. The uppermost Lining consists of Kanguras and Gunholes and 'Burj' are, well decorated with 'Baris' (Peep Holes) and 'Jharokha' (Balconies). jaisalmer tour and jaisalmer tour packages

Jaisalmer city had been a centre for traders indulging in Carvan-trade with the neighbouring states. Its population consists of good enterpreneur till today. Oswal engaged in trade, Paliwals in tilling the Khadins and Muslims in local crafts passed prosperous days which is reflected in the fronts of their houses located in the streets and lanes of Jaisalmer city.

Patuvas, who constructed wonderful havelies, were a class who used to deal in Zari and Badla (Silvery of Golden threads) ornaments. Patuvas were so powerful that maharajas of Jodhpur, Kishangarh, Indore, Ratlam States and many other including theBritishers and Marathas sought their intervention in the matters of

treaties and to maintain their prestige. They had their business concern

at more than 300 places in India.

Guman chand, son of Seth Devraj was notable and intelligent

businessman. The branches of Bafna Gotriya, patuva Guman Chand

family prospered wel. It was the sole effort of Guman Chand that a row

of five enchanting Havelies" flanking the northern side of the slanting

lane presently adjoining the Mahavir Bhawan stand facing the Jaisal

Fort ever since the first decade of 19" Century.

One facade, each of the five Havelies has been well decorated

with splendid carvings, Jharokhas, Baris, Sunholes and rid windows.

The avenue of the Havelies seen through the patuva-parol is the most

enchanting sight.

Each of these havelies are six storeyed approached through

successive flights on the pida khiyas (Steps) and hathani (Broad stone

slabs at intervals) usually set in the left. The main gate is 7' or 8' high on

the plinth. Traditionally constructed these havelies have a Ota

(Plateform near maingate), Moda (Fornt ground floor) Pathiyal (back to

ground floor), Mol (First floor drawing room) and Medi (Back portion

of first floor), Chowk (open to sky area) were preferred for air and sun.

Starred hole and Ala (a square to keep small rings) are the attraction of

Havelies.

The whole structure rose on the Surangdar pillers and

banglidar arches. These patuva havelies are provided with about

sixty six Jharokhas. In first and second floors, they are fitted with

wooden doors. The cradle windows were once a scene of chattering

ladies basking in the late winter sun and sitting idle in summer to

enjoy the evening breeze. jaisalmer tour, jaisalmer tour packages

This water
tank was built by
Maharawal Gharasi
in 1367 A.D. to solve
the problem of drinking water in jaisalmer city Rainy water is collected in this lake to fulfill the requirement of drinking water in medieval period at least for three years. Now this lake is having little use of drinking water but having more value for tourism in way of boating and worthiness to visit.

Bissa & Biratesary) for enjoyment of feast and religious purposes. Temple of Lord Vishnu, Lord krishna, Lord shiva and Ganesh are built in there Bagechies (Rest-houses). At one side of the tank there is magnificent temple of Lord Shiva called Gaj Mandir and at the middle of the lake there are resting point called Bangali which is of great artistic value.

It is the lake having splendid and carved gate, which was built by a prostitute and court dancer known as "Teelon". Construction of gate by the dancer (Ganika) was intolerable to some of courtesans (Darbari) so they raised objection to maharawal. Getting earpoisoned, Maharawal ordered to demolish the gate. Teelon was very clever and was supported by some of the brahmins who advised her to built a temple of Satya Narayan at the top of the gate.

Maharawal had to withdraw his order to demolish the gate. This gate is known as "Teelon ki Prol". Since then whenever Maharawal visit to lake, he does not go through the gate but use side roof of baradary. Gate is charming, glittters like gold in sun rays and having valuable carving as it.

Up to the end of monarchi, women used to fetch drinking water from this place called paniharin in colourful dresses. But now comforts have come to the life of women due to tap water.

At the one side of "Pal" (earthen and sandy dam) there is a temple of Lord Shiva called Mukteshwar Mahadev and pleasant garden has been developed being recognised as a tourist point. jaisalmer tour, jaisalmer tour packages

It is the Garden having mango trees in abundance. It is at four levels surrounded by hills. wells of drinking water named Swagia & Kapoordi is very famous. It is said that Maharawal Jawahar singh used to drink the water of kapoordi well.

There is the khetrapal temple out side the garden which is worshipped by all caste on marriage and new birth. Khetrapal is "LokDevta" of the jaisalmer city.

after death. Artistic cenataphs are built on the cremation place. Now it is also the touristic point. It was built by Maharawal Jait singh in 1554A.D jaisalmer tour jaisalmer tour packages

There is the khetrapal temple out side the garden which is worshipped by all caste on marriage and new birth. Khetrapal is "LokDevta" of the area.

Barabagh is famous for Royal cenataphs. It is the cremation place of Royal person after death. Artistic cenataphs are built on the cremation place. Now it is also the touristic point. It was built by Maharawal Jait singh in 1554A.D.

There is the khetrapal temple out side the garden which is worshipped by all caste on marriage and new birth. Khetrapal is "LokDevta" of the area.

Barabagh is famous for Royal cenataphs. It is the cremation place of Royal person after d Jawahar singh used to drink the water of kapoordi well.

Barabagh is famous for Royal cenataphs. It is the cremation place of Royal person after death. Artistic cenataphs are built on the cremation place. Now it is also the touristic point. It was built by Maharawal Jait singh in 1554A.D.It is the Garden having mango trees in abundance. It is at four levels surrounded by hills. wells of drinking water named Swagia & Kapoordi is very famous. It i

 Kuldhara( jaisalmer city)

It was the one of the kheda (village) of Paliwal Brahmin. It was also

vacated due to the said atrocities of Deewan Salim Singh. The Planned

ruins, Deep-well, Temple, Place of cattle, Ota (Platform), Chaupal

(Square centrally place for discussion), Khadin tells the architectural

taste of Paliwals. It is at Sam Road 20 km from the town taking

diversion near Damodara Village. Now it is protected monument by

tourism department and government of Rajasthan. It is worthy to visil

for tourists. Cactus Parks is being developed here. jaisalmer tour, jaisalmer tour packages

Sam (Sam Sand dunes) village is 45km far from the jaisalmer city . There are huge sand dunes starting from the village Kanoi (40km). Tourists go for camel safari towards these dunes. They enjoy cool nights, unpolluted climate, twinkling star, Blue sky, Slow but some times faster wind in the desert. Tourists also enjoy and try to under stand the flora and fauna, insects, reptiles, birds of the desert, with jaisalmer tour Tourists observe rural life, living style and working of desert people closely. Domestic tourist from Bengal and Gujarat also enjoy the "Maru Bhoomi" (Desert land) with enthusiasm. Camal safari and sand dunes are the important attraction of the Jaisalmer, jaisalmer tour packages