Jaisalmer Tour Packages; Discover the Best Kept Secrets of Rajasthan.

Jaisalmer is also nicknamed as “The Golden City” on account of the yellow sand and sandstone used in architecture of the city, giving it a yellowish-golden tinge. Jaisalmer is a world heritage site and lies in the heart of The Great Indian Thar Desert.

If you ask me, Jaisalmer tour packages stands beyond just sand dunes and desert camps. When I think about Jaisalmer, I cannot miss the wind mills, camel safari to the sunset point, dune bashing, folk dance and music sitting by the bonfire. Gosh there is so much to fascinate you in Jaisalmer!

Begin your tour with Jaisalmer fort

An inevitable part of Jaisalmer tour package is The Jaisalmer fort popularly known as the “Sonar kila” as it is made of yellow sandstone. Jaisalmer fort is situated on Trikuta Hill and had been the scene of many battles.  Jaisalmer fort is a 250 foot tall fort, which is protected by a 30 feet long wall. You can witness a fusion of Islamic and Rajput architecture in the design of the fort. There are 4 gateways to reach this fort i.e. Ganesh Pol, Akshya Pol, Suraj Pol and Hawa Pol. One more thing that is special about the fort is the extraordinary view of the sunset, which is indeed a treat for the eyes.

Boat ride to Gadisar Lake

Jaisalmer tour package includes Gadisar Lake, which was built by Raja Rawal Jaisal to solve the perpetual water problem of his subjects. This lake is circumscribed by many temples and ghats on all sides. You can see the magnificent edifice of the Jaisalmer fort while boating in the lake. During the winters, this lake also witnesses the incoming of migratory birds as the Bharatpur bird sanctuary is nearby. A picture-perfect place for the bird watchers and nature lovers.

Admire all the haveli’s

Haveli is the word used for old mansions found across India; and, Jaisalmer has a few worth seeking out!

Patwon ki haveli

This is the most famed haveli in Jaisalmer. It is also the largest haveli in the city. It is said that it is a combination of 5 haveli’s. The building was commissioned by Guman Chand Patwa, who was a wealthy jewelry trader, since he had 5 sons he ordered the construction of 5 stories, one for each of his sons.

Nathmalji ki haveli

This haveli was built as the residence of the then Prime Minister of Jaisalmer, Diwan Mohata Nathmal. The construction was carried out by two brothers who were competing to excel. They both started building simultaneously at opposite ends and struggled with uniformity, which meant the building ended up having a bit of an irregular shape.

Salam Singh ki haveli

To make your Jaisalmer tour package more interesting, visit Salam singh  ki haveli located in the heart of the Jaisalmer city. This 300 years old Haveli is named after its owner Salam Singh Mahto . This admirable mansion has a beautifully arched roof with beautifully carved brackets in the form of peacocks, just below the hill. The walls and balconies are all covered with imperial paintings to enlighten you.

Go off beat with Bada Bagh

The Jaisalmer tour package also include Bada bagh, which is located at a distance of 6km on the outskirts of the Jaislamer city. It is a peaceful location where golden colored cenotaphs rise from the golden sand. Each one of these is created in the memory of a king or a queen who passed away. These cenotaphs are called “Chattris” in Hindi, due to their tomb shaped structure at the top.

Desert safari at Sam sand dunes

Sam sand dunes are also regarded as top 10 tourist destinations in Rajasthan. These sand dunes lie on the borders of Jaisalmer Desert National Park, show desert type of ecology. Either hop onto a camel’s back or opt for a jeep safari, the choice is all yours.

If all this sounds interesting, add more by going for shopping and get some exquisite Rajasthani souvenirs. Don’t forget to tickle your senses with Rajasthani cuisines and folk music. There are many thrills in Jaisalmer tour package for adventure lovers also; dune bashing, camel race, squad biking, paragliding and so much more awaits you in Jaisalmer.

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