Jaipur and Jaisalmer not only share the first three words in their names but have some other commonalities too. Both have forts and lakes which are gorgeous to look at. Both have bright sunshine each day. Both attract a lot of visitors. Book a Jaipur to Jaisalmer tour package today to experience the grandeur.
Jaisalmer is one of the most popular tourist places in Rajasthan. Situated in the westernmost corner, it is known as Golden City. The town is right in the middle of the Thar Desert. One of the most popular attractions for tourists is to go for Desert safaris both day and night. Jaisalmer welcomes tourists from all over the globe and enchants them with its magical world of fable, history, and color.
The Jaisalmer Fort is unique because it's situated on a hill. It is surrounded by restaurants, shops, temples, and houses. More than 3000 people live within its premises. It offers a panoramic view of the city, draped in gorgeous yellow color. Also known as Sonar Qilla, it was the subject of a popular Bengali movie of the same name. The fort is the most popular tourist destination in Jaisalmer.
As mentioned above, it is one of the most popular things to do in Jaisalmer. The large stretches of sand is always frequented by tourists. Popular safaris take place at Sam Sand Dunes. These dunes are located 45 kilometers away from the city. If you choose to visit these dunes, a jeep will take you near them. Then you can visit the dunes and go on camel rides. The rides last around one and a half hours.
The Gadisar Lake was built in the 14th century. It used to be the only source of drinking water for Bikaner town. Now it is a tourist spot with many shrines and temples surrounding the water body. The lake offers scenic views of the water and of the fort adjacent to it.
Patwon ki Haveli grabs your attention immediately because of its color. Draped in a shade of yellow, it is a group of five Havelis. It is believed that this haveli was built by Patwa, who was a wealthy trader. He made the five Havelis for each of his five sons according to locals. It is also known as Kothari’s Patwa Haveli.
