Spectrum Tours » Rajasthan » Jaislamer

Jaislamer rises from the heart of the Thar desert like a golden mirage. According to legend, 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 Rawal Jaiswal a descendent of the Yadva Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill. The Bhati Rajputs were feared bandit chiefs who lived off the forced levis on the great caravans that crossed their area en route Delhi. These caravans, laden with precious cargoes of spices and silk brought great wealth to this town. Not only the princes but even the merchants prospered and their riches were displayed in exquisitely carved and ornamented havelis. Its remote location kept it almost untouched by outside influence and even during the days of the British Raj, Jasialmer was last to sign the instrument of Agreement with the British. Mughal Emperior Akbar was born in Amarkot, close to Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer today is famous for its carved havelis and Jain Temple.

Places of Interest
» The Fort : The golden-hued Jaisalmer Fort 'Sanar Kella' can be seen from miles away. The fort stands almost 100 meters above the city and houses an entire living area within its huge ramparts. It is approached through Ganesh Pol. Suraj Pol, Bhoota Pol, Hava pol are other main entrances which guard the Negh Durbar and Jawahar Mahal. Also in the inner enclosure are group of Jain temples dating back from 12th - 15th centuries.

» Manak Chowk And Havelis : These are the centre of main local market activities. From Manak Chowk one can walk into thelanes where the famous carved havelis are to be found. Nathmaji ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli are famous havelis of the city.

Excursion in Jaiselmer
» Amar Sagar (6 Km) : Can enchanting place besides lake, with Mango and other fruit trees,. Exquisitely carved Jain temple enhance the aura of the place.

» Bada Bagh (6 Km) : Surrounded by densely grown trees and on the bank of an artificial lake are the royal cenotaphs with ornate carvings on the ceiling and carved ../images of former rulers on horse back.

» Mool Sagar (5 Km) : A beautiful place for picnic in summer. It is a cool and shady grove which belonged to the former rulers of Jaisalmer.

» Ludruwa (16 Km) : It is the ancient capital of Jaisalmer and an important Jain piligrimage. Toran or the ornage arch at the main entrance of the Jain temple and the splendid carvings here are worth seeing. The replica of the 'Kalpataru' tree is another attraction.

» Aakal (17 Km) : It is afossil part where 180 million years ago stood a forest.

» Sam And Dunes (42 Km) : One can get an insight into desert life where Camel rides are possible.

» Desert National Park (45 Km) : The Desert National Park with its rolling landscape of sand dunes and scurb covered hills commands a panoramit view.

» Barmar (9153 Km) : A desert town it is famous fort its carved wooden furniture and hand block industry.

How To Reach
Air : Nearest airport - Jodhpur 285 km
Rail : Jaisalmer is connected by rail to Jodhpur
Roads : Jaisalmer is connected by road to major cities and towns in Rajsthan

Hotel Accommodation

• Hotel Dhola Maru (3 star)
• Hotel Heritage Inn (3 star)
• Himmatgarh Palace (3 star)
• Narayan Niwas Palace (2 star)
• Gorbandh Palace Hotel

For local sightseeing and further tourism details contact

RTDC Tourist Reception Centre, Hotel Station Road
Tourist Information counter at Railway Station