Jaisalmer - The glory of the golden fort

Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the City of Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands with all its awesome spendor, dominating the amber-hued city.

Founded by Rao Jaisal in 1156 AD, on the advice of local hermit Eesul. Bhati Rajputs of Jaisalmer were feudal chiefs who who lived off the forced levy on the caravans laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory en route Delhi or Sind. These caravans earned the town great wealth.

For years, Jaisalmer rernained untouched by the outside influences. The rise of shipping trade and the port of Mumbai saw the decline of Jaisalmer. But the desert fortress, that seems to be straight out the "Tales of the Arabian Nights", still enchants.

Tour No. 01
Half Day City Tour

Your tour of Jaisalmer starts with a visit to the Golden Fort built in 1156 A.D. by Rawal Jaisal and is situated on the 76 m high Triangular mound. Its houses the entire township within its rampart. Within the fort walls you will see a group of beautifully carved Jain temples dating back to 12-15 th century. Proceed on to see Gadisar lake, a rain fed lake and Folk museum, from there proceed on to see Jaisalmer's most intricately carved Havelies or mansions Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Diwan Nathmal ki Haveli and Badal Vilas Palace. Round off the tour with a walk through narrow cobbled street.
 

Tour No. 05
Half day excursion to Wood Fossil Park (By Jeep Only)

It lies 17 km from Jaisalmer on the Barmer road, takes you back to the Jurassic period with 180 million year old fossils, which are the geological landmarks for the study of the Thar Desert.