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» JAISALMER LOCATION
Jaisalmer situated in Western Rajasthan and its area 5.1 sq km. |
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» DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES TO JAISALMER
- Delhi - 882 kms.
- Agra - 853 kms.
- Mumbai - 1341 kms.
- Ahmedabad - 296 kms.
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» JAISALMER WEATHER
District JAISALMER has a very dry climate with very hot summer; a cold winter and sparse rains. The climate is extremely hot during summer with maximum temperature reaching up to 49.2 degree celcious and extremely cold during winder with minimum temp. in the range of 1 degree celcious. The variation in temperature from morning to noon and the late midnight is a sudden phenomenon. The average rainfall is only 16.4 cms as against the state average of 57.51 cms.
- Temperature in summer : 49º C (Max) - 26.6º C (Min)
- Temperature in winter : 33.7º C (Max) - 01º C (Min)
- Average Rainfall : 16.4 cms
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» JAISALMER POPULATION
58,286 (persons) |
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» CLOTHING IN JAISALMER
Light tropical (Cotton) in summer and light woollen for winter |
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» LANGUAGE IN JAISALMER
Marwari, Rajasthani and Hindi |
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» JAISALMER DEMOGRAPHICS
In Jaisalmer, 16% of the population is under 6 years of age. The main part of the population lead a wandering life, grazing their flocks and herds. Large herds of camels, horned cattle, sheep and goats are kept. The principal trade is in wool, ghee, camels, cattle and sheep. The chief imports are grain, sugar, foreign cloth, piece-goods. It suffered from famine in 1897, 1900 and other years, to such an extent that it has had to incur a heavy debt for extraordinary expenditure.
- Males constitute 57% of the population and females 43%.
- Literacy rate of 64%.
- Male literacy of 73% and female literacy of 50%.
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» JAISALMER HISTORY
Jaisalmer is an important destination of the western state of India, Rajasthan. The city Jaisalmer was founded by Bhatti Rajput Rawal Jaisal in 1156AD after having shifted his capital from Ludharva (18 Kms away from Jaisalmer) to a safer place. The ruling family of the erstwhile Jaisalmer State belongs to Bhati Clan of Yadu Rajputs of Chandrawasnshi (Lunar) race who claim descent from Lord Krishna,the defied hero who ruled at Dwarka. The historical origin of Bahttis can be inferred from the couplet which says that the Yadu Rajputs ruled and constructed Forst at Kashi,Madhura, Pragvad, Gajni,Bhatner,Digam,Dirwal,Lodurva and ninth in Jaisalmer. (Gajni is in Afganisthan and Dirawal is now in Pakistan).
The history of Jaisalmer also reveals the courage and determination of the Rajputs. The city used to be a major trade center as it was the trade route of the western countries to India.
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» JAISALMER CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
 [Festival In Jaisalmer] |
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» FESTIVALS & FAIRS IN JAISALMER
 [Fair In Jaisalmer, Rajasthan]
The very rich and colourful Rajasthani folk culture is on show here for a few days. Rajasthani men and tall beautiful women dressed in their brightly costumes dance and sing lingering ballads of valour, romance and tragedy. Traditional musicians attempt to outdo each other in their musical superiority.
The high points of the festival are - snake charmers, puppeteers, acrobats, folk performers do rapid trade. Camels, the lifeline of the desert, play a foremost role. Proud moustached villagers, dressed in their ethnic best come astride their picturesquely caparisoned camels to join in the camel dances and competitions of camel acrobatics, camel races and decor, camel polo, tug of war and the like.
The tourist dances, turban tying competitions and tug of war are big draws and laughter. The Mr Desert competitions, which are focused around the length of moustaches by and large, attract many hopefuls.
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» PLACES TO BE VISITED IN JAISALMER
 [Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer]
The fort is approached through four gateways-Akhaiya Pol, Ganesh Pol Suraj pol and hava Pol. Manak Chowk and Havelis: A main market place outside the fort leads to the narrow lanes doted with famous havelis.
- The late 19th century haveli with intricate architecture a display of sheer craftsmanship. The left and right wings of the mansions, which were carved by two brothers, are not identical but very similar and balanced in design. The interior walls are ornate with splendid miniature paintings.
- A famous picnic spot in the sandy city, Gadsisar Sagar Lake is among the most beautiful tourist attractions in Jaisalmer. It attracts hundreds of migratory birds during the winter season. Bara Bagh: Located on the bank of Gadsisar Sagar Lake, Bara Bagh is an oasis in the desert. The lush green garden provides much-needed relief to the local people.
 [Jain Temple In Jaisalmer]
- The delicate pagoda like Tazia Tower rises from Badal Mahal (Cloud Palace). Rising in its five-tiered splendor, with each storey graced by a delicately carved balcony, the tower is of historical significance. Muslim craftsmen built it in the shape of a Tazia and gifted to their royal patron. Tazias are ornately decorated bamboo, paper and tinsel replicas of a bier carried in procession during Muharram.
- On way to Luderwa the natural spot developed by Maharawal Amar Singh is a water reservoir in 1688 AD. The dams were constructed to hold rainwater.
 [Amar Sagar Lake In Jaisalmer]
- This 300 year old Haveli of Jaisalmer's Prime Minister to Maharaja Rawal Gaj Singh Salim Singh, has a beautiful blue cupola roof with superby carved brackets in the form of peacocks. This extraordinary mansion in yellow stone is covered with intricate carvings and has an elaborate projecting balcony on the top storey.
The mansion is one of the most notables of the array of havelis.
- Some of the oldest manuscripts of India are found in this library established as a part of jain temples.
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» EXCURSION OF JAISALMER
- The late 19th century haveli with intricate architecture a display of sheer craftsmanship. The left and right wings of the mansions, which were carved by two brothers, are not identical but very similar and balanced in design. The interior walls are ornate with splendid miniature paintings.
- Bada Bagh, which literally means 'Big Garden', is located on the Ramgarh road. It was commissioned by Maharawal Jait Singh in the early 16th century and completed by his son Lunakaran after his death. The site has three different things to watch, a garden, a tank and a dam. In the vicinity itself you will find Govardhan Stambh (pillar). This pillar was constructed to commemorate the construction of the Dam and the tank. In the local dialect the Dam and the tank are known as Jait Bandh and the Jait Sar respectively. It is believed that these are based on the name of the man who constructed them. The Jait Bandh is a dominating structure. It is about 1,200 feet in length and 350 feet in width. If you observe it closely you will notice that this has been built out of solid blocks of stone. The same material has been used for the construction of well as well as the tank.
- Some of the oldest manuscripts of India are found in this library established as a part of jain temples.
- The fort has three exquisitely carved Jain temples dedicated to the Jain Tirthankara-Rishabdev, Sambhavnath and Parswanath.
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» SHOPPING IN JAISALMER
Jaisalmer also offers exciting shopping experience to its visitors. On tours to Jaisalmer, you can shop for embroidered textiles and carpets, woolen pattu, carpets made from camel hair, tapestry, oil lamps, silver jewelry, finely cut antiques, old stonework, trinkets, and other souvenirs and curios. |
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» OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
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» ACCOMMODATION IN JAISALMER
Accommodation in Jaisalmer is quite good. The Jaisalmer Accommodation facilities are perfectly suited for a brilliant holiday for the visitors. There are numerous hotels in Jaisalmer. There are different types of hotels to suit the different budgets of people. There are luxurious five star hotels as well as there are two star hotels available in Jaisalmer. |
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| 5-4 Star Hotels |
3 Star Hotels |
Heritage Hotels |
| • Hotel Taj Rawalkot, Jaisalmer |
• Hotel Gorbandh Palace, Jaisalmer |
• Hotel Fort Rajwada, Jaisalmer |
| • Hotel Himmatgarh Palace |
• Hotel Mahadev Palace |
• Hotel Jawahar Niwas Palace |
| • Hotel Rang Mahal, Jaisalmer |
• Rajwansh Resort, Jaisalmer |
• Hotel Sonargarh Fort, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Narayan Niwas Palace |
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• Hotel Nachana Haveli, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Mandir Palace, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Killa Bhawan, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Jaisal Castle, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Heritage Inn, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Dhola Maru, Jaisalmer |
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• Hotel Deoki Niwas Palace |
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