Jaisalmer: The Heart and Soul of Rajasthan


Jaisalmer lies in the heart of the Thar Desert which is the heart and soul of the royal state of Rajasthan that is widely known for its glorious golden sand dunes. The beautiful town showcases the royal lifestyle of Maharajas of Jaisalmer who ruled the city in the bygone era and later they left their footprints in the form of forts and palaces. The city was founded by Rawal Jaisal who was the earliest son of Rawal of Deoraj. Jaisalmer is also known as the Golden City because of the brilliant yellow sandstone intricate carvings which are widely used in the structural design of all the heritage sites of Jaisalmer and the yellow sand dunes that give the city a golden-yellowish tinge. In this write-up, you will be able to know the topmost attractions of Jaisalmer which you can explore in your Jaisalmer Sightseeing.

5 Major attractions of Jaisalmer –

The Golden fort of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer Fort-The golden fort of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer Fort
The Golden city is widely famous for its royal charm of kings which can be seen in the heritage site, known as Jaisalmer Fort. Jaisalmer Fort is popularly known as Sonar Quila or Golden fort which is the second most ancient fort in Rajasthan. The marvelous structure of this fortress was built by Bhati Rajputs. The grand structure of this fort contains beautiful work of yellow sandstone. The glorious fort is believed to be one of the very few living forts in the world, as the fortress is a home of nearly one-fourth of the cities population.

Camel Safari in Jaisalmer–
Jaisalmer is a perfect destination which offers a chance to enjoy the thrilling desert safari. The golden city is bejeweled with Golden Sand Dunes which is an ideal allure for enjoying the Camel Safari Jaisalmer. The mesmerizing view of sunrise and sunset at the desert takes away the heart and soul of its admirer.

The abandoned village of Kuldhara-
Kuldhara is an abandoned village which is located 34 km away from the Jaisalmer city. The town was the most prosperous village during the 13th century which was inhabited by Paliwal Brahmins. The village was abandoned by the early  19th century by some unidentified reasons,  it may be possible that the village is facing a major problem of lack of water availability in the village. With the span of time, the village has imposed a curse that results in one of the most haunted destinations of Rajasthan.

Cultural evening at desert-
Cultural programs in the deserted dunes is something which is beyond one’s imagination. The programme includes special sitting arrangements of Rajasthani culture in the desert, with a beautiful music and folk dance performance by the entertainers. Enjoy the amazing Kalbeliya dance performance which is the most traditional folk dance of Rajasthan. Feel the pleasure in the royal state and experience the charm  Rajasthani culture and tradition.

Desert camping at Golden sand dunes-
While discovering the best of Jaisalmer tour, don’t miss the royal charm of desert camping at the deserted dunes. The golden sand dunes of Jaisalmer is a perfect place to enjoy the enchanting experience of the Best Desert Camp in Jaisalmer which is something that one should not miss in its Jaisalmer tour. Desert camping in the desert offers you a chance to feel the tranquil aura of the isolated, yet lively desert area and sleeping under the canopy of stars is something which one cannot miss in Jaisalmer tour.

Jaisalmer is also dotted with other major attractions which include the royal structure of Nathmal Ji ki Haveli, Patwaon ki Haveli, Gadisar Lake, Jaisalmer War Museum, Salim Singh ji ki Haveli, and many more which you can explore in your Jaisalmer tour. Enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of Jaisalmer and feel the tranquil and magnificent aura of the golden sand dunes. So plan your trip to Jaisalmer to enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of Golden city and feel pleasure from Jaisalmer Desert Safari.