Jaisalmer : Rajasthan
STD Code: 02992
Deep in the heart of the Thar Desert is Jaisalmer, one of the last princely bastions in the region. Founded on the crossroads of lucrative trade routes, this remote settlement came to be celebrated for the valour of its rulers, and for the aesthetic sense represented by their palaces and havelis. The rich merchants engaged stone-craftsmen who worked with great diligence on the sandstone mansions they built, filling up facades with sculptural filigree, screen windows, delicate pavilions and beautiful balconies. These veritable art-museums are still inhabited, and their colourful celebrations and festivals have placed Jaisalmer firmly on the world tourism map. There are some fascinating places to see around Jaisalmer. The most interesting means of exploring the desert around Jaisalmer is a camel safari. It is a great way to see the well populated desert sprinkled with ruins.
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Jaisalmer : By Rail
Jaisalmer is connected to Jodhpur by a broad gauge line via Phalodi on two-train services, one a passenger and the other an express. It is an overnight journey through some of the remotest, most desolate parts of Rajasthan, with stations far and few in between.
Jaisalmer : By Air
Alliance Air has linked Jaisalmer to Delhi, Udaipur and Jaipur through thrice-a-week connections. These are seasonal flights which are operated only during the season (October to March). Fresh schedŽules announced before the start of the seaŽson.
Jaisalmer : By Road
Jaisalmer is connected by good roads to Jodhpur (285 km), Bikaner via Pokran (330 km), and Barmer via Devikot (153 km). RaŽjasthan Roadways' buses connect Jaisalmer with important towns like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner and Barmer. Deluxe coaches deŽpart for Jaipur in the evenings while priŽvate buses also ply to Jaipur, Bikaner, Barmer and Jodhpur. For reservations and enquiries contact the Bus Stand
Jaisalmer : Local Transport
The city sightseeing tour starts from RTDC tourist bungalow at 9 am to 12 noon. per person. There is a Sam Sand Dunes tour from 3 pm to 7 pm. per person.
Jaisalmer Travel : Shopping
Masterweavers who spin magic with thread in nearby regions like the Kutch, find ready markets in Jaisalmer. Hence it is commonplace to find the multi-hued rugs, bedspreads and table-cloths in mirror work, embroideries and applique styles. Whether inside the Fort or in the havelis where deŽscendants of the erstwhile families still live, I a variety of decorative panels and linens I can be bought. Camel leather goods like I bags, hats, wallets and juttis, etc., with co-1 lourful embroidery make for a good buy. I Stools, designed with camel leather, piece-of which sit well on a tripod,
