A city that has mushroomed out of the large golden abyss - i.e. the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer charms with its medieval forts, desert settlements and romantic dunes.
Jaisalmer gets its name from its founder Rawal Jaisal and is a city that reverberates with desert secrets. Experience local traditions while you shop for souvenirs at Jaisalmer bazaars and ride a camel to desert dunes located on the outskirts of the city.
Known as the 'Golden City of Rajasthan' - Jaisalmer is a fantasy desert world alive with amber sandstone monuments, palatial mansions and desert homes with walls washed in vibrant frescoes.
History
The history of Jaisalmer is associated with an ancient legend according to which Lord Krishna had prophesized that a "descendant of the Yadu Vamsi clan would build a bustling city right in the heart of a desert."/p>
Rawal Jaisal, a descendant of the Yadu Vamsi clan established his capital in the middle of the Thar Desert in the year 1156 A.D. The Jaisalmer Fort was constructed and the city was fortified.
Medieval Jaisalmer flourishes as an important trade center as the city lay on an important trade route that connected India to different parts of Persia, Africa, Arabia and Egypt.
Tourist Attractions
Tourist attractions in Jaisalmer give you the distinct feeling of having stepped inside the pages of a storybook. The moment you set foot inside the imposing Jaisalmer Fort you are faced with a labyrinth of rustic avenues, domestic settlements and bazaar streets - all hanging in a glorious time warp.
The other interesting attractions in Jaisalmer that definitely deserve a visit are Salim Singh ki Haveli, Nathmalji ki Haveli and Patwon ki Haveli. Tour the Jain Temples at Lodurva and enjoy an excursion to the Gadisisar Lake.
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