Tourist Attractions in Jaisalmer
The exotic beauty of Jaisalmer is a testament to the beautiful monuments of the city that form the core of tourist attractions of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Showcasing the royal grandeur of the bygone era, these fort and palaces along with the grandiose mansions make for engrossing viewing. Also, Jaisalmer is known for its exotic sand dunes and exciting camel safaris.
Some of the famous tourist attractions of Jaisalmer are:
Jaisalmer Fort
The only living fort in the world, Jaisalmer Fort, also known as the Sonar Qila (Golden Fort) is a maze of houses, temples and colorful shops. Situated atop the Trikuta Hill, exploring the fort at leisure has its own special charm. The 12th century fort, surrounded by a 30 ft high sandstone wall with 99 bastions, offers commanding views to the tourists.
Gadsisar Sagar Lake
Visit the picturesque Gadsisar Sagar Lake that is a favorite haunt of the migratory birds during the winter season. Ideal for picnicking, there is tank above the lake and the beautiful yellow sandstone gateway arching across the road to the tank- Tilon ka Pol has a Krishna temple on it. Located on the banks of the lake is a picturesque oasis of Bara Bagh.
Sam Dunes
Enjoy an exhilarating camel safari ride on the massive stretch of sand at the Sam Dunes that are situated in the Sam village, 42 kms away from the Udaipur city centre.
Tazia Tower
The pagoda like Tazia Tower rises from the Badal Mahal (Palace of Clouds). The beautiful five-tiered tower is known for its beautifully carved balconies on each storey.
Havelis of Jaisalmer
The havelis of Jaisalmer such as Patwon- ki- Haveli, with its carved pillars and extensive corridors, Salim Singh - ki- Haveli, with its superbly arched roof along with carved brackets in the forms of peacocks leave the visitors totally spell bounded and are a major tourist attraction in Jaisalmer.
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