Jaisalmer is the desert city of Rajasthan, also known as the Golden City because of the golden sands dunes in the city. Jaisalmer is the best place to enjoy the camel safari and jeep safari on the bumpy terrains. Desert Safari Packages can be booked easily online and it is suggested to experience the safari during the sunset or sunrise so that splendid pictures can be clicked. The Thar Desert in Jaisalmer is the only desert in India.
The major attractions in Jaisalmer are – Jaisalmer Fort, also known as the Golden Fort / Sone ka Quila. This fort is the only living fort where shops and houses lie within. Inside there is a beautiful main temple. The havelis of Jaisalmer are beautifully sculptured with intrinsic designs. Explore the Nathmal-ji-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh ki haveli. Other attractions are- Tazia Tower, a five-story building. Enjoy the boating at the Gadisar Lake which was the only water storage once in the past. Click the pictures at the Vyas Chhatri. Book Jaisalmer Holiday Packages to explore all these attractions.
Jaisalmer offers you to experience the night camping at the Sam Sand Dunes. The best time is to arrive here by the evening and then enjoy the camel safari and jeep safari along with the sunset. Later, you can witness the Kalbeliya Dance performance by the locals. This is a folk dance of Rajasthan. In the winters, bonfire can be also enjoyed. Relish the Rajasthani delicacies in the dinner which can be Dal-Bati-Churma, a popular dish of Rajasthan. Sleep under the sky filled with glittering stars and in the morning wake up with the sunrise. You can enjoy the camel/jeep safari again if you wish.
The best time to visit Jaisalmer is during the winters as it is the pleasant weather. The preferable months would be from October to February. It is not suggested to explore Jaisalmer during the summers due to the blistering hot. There are many packages available for Jaisalmer based on a different duration of 4 days Jaisalmer Tour Package.
You can also go on an excursion to Kuldhara Village (haunted village), Lodhurva village to experience the village life in the deserts closely. If time permits you then you can also plan to spot the wildlife at the Desert National Park.
