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JAISALMER

Jaisalmer was founded in 1195 A.D. by Rao Jaiswal. It is deep in the heart of thar desert, abounds in ancient palaces, temples and quaint settlements. As the sun sets, the sandstone buildings emit a lustrous glow, that makes jaisalmer the " Golden City". Its earlier capital was "ludurva". A  marvel of beautiful culture and harsh climatic conditions, it is located in the heart of the arid waste of the thar desert. Rightly called the " Museum City", it invokes vivid visions of love, velour and chivalry.

WHAT TO SEE

JAISALMER FORT  

Like yellow sandstone fabric that seems to emerge skyward from the golden sands, echoing the color of the desert, this 12th century fort has proudly withstood the ravages of time. it stands almost 100 meters over the city and also houses an entire living area within its huge ramparts. It is approached through Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol, Bhoota Pol and Have Pol are other main entrances which guards the Megh Darbar and Jawahar Mahal. Within the fort, is a palace located on the highest point of tricuta hill, four gateways provided protection to the fort.

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HAVELIS 

Nathmalji-ki-Haveli :- This haveli was carved by two brothers in 19th century. Although the motif used by one is not similar to the other, they are, nevertheless, in perfect harmony. One has to look very closely to spot any dissimilarities. Intricate architecture in the stone is the epitome of skill and beauty. Painting in the miniature style adorn the interior walls. Yellow sandstone elephants guard the building, and even the front door is an amazing piece of art.

Salim Singh ki Haveli:- Distinctive for its blue cupola roof, this extraordinary mansion in yellow stone is covered entirely with intricate carvings and has an elaborate projecting balcony adorning the top story. This, built about 300 years ago, was the residence of the powerful Mohta Clan- the hereditary ministers of the jaisalmer rulers.

Patwon-ki-Haveli:- Located in narrow alley and five stories high, with extensive corridors and chambers all supported by exquisitely carved pillars, it is one of largest and most elaborate havelis in Jaisalmer.

Gadsisar Lake :

A rain water lake, now a picnic spot ideal for boating. all around the lake are many small shrines and temples and a variety of birds can be seen here.

JAIN TEMPLES :

Parswanath Temple:-The Parswanath Temple is the oldest, and the most beautiful of the Jain temples. The walls of the sanctum are carved with animal and human figures. The shikhara, is crowned by an amalak, and a water pot containing a lotus flower.

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Lodurva Jain Temple:-

15 km from Jaisalmer, are the deserted ruins of this town, which was the ancient capital, previous to Jaisalmer. It is an important centre of Jain pilgrimage. The temples at Lodurva exhibit fine examples of intricate craftsmanship on yellow stone. They have ornate carved arches at the entrance, and a Kalputra, the Divine - Tree, within. In the temple, is a hole from which, a snake is said to emerge every evening, to drink an offering of milk. Only the ' blessed' can actually see it, it is said.

Desert National Park:

45 Km The Desert National Park, with its rolling landscape of sand dunes and scrub covered hills commands a panoramic view. An extensive variety of desert bird life, ranging from birds of prey to sand goose, doves, shrikes, bee-eaters, warblers and desert coursers, are to be found in the National Park. The most remarkable bird of the desert, the Great Indian Bustard can also be sighted here.

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