Jaisalmer
Known as “Golden City” Jaisalmer
is situated in the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan close to the border with Pakistan in the heart of Thar Desert. It was founded in 1156 by the Rajput ruler Jaisal after his people have fled here. The Jaisalmer Fort is the most famous monument, has sandstone walls and towers 99 to 300 m (1000 ft) above ground in the city. Their colors change depending on time of day, creating fantastic views. Jaisalmer is located at the crossroads of important routes of the camel caravans that linked India to Central Asia, Persia, Arabia, Egypt and Africa. It was at the time that this major trade route was to Jaisalmer won prosperity. Jaisalmer fort has five interconnected palaces. Outside the city is worth visiting the Desert National Park, home to wolves, desert foxes and other species of animals. The Akai Wood Fossil Park has fossilized remains of a forest 180 million years. Hotels in Jaisalmer
What to visit in Jaisalmer: Jaisalmer Fort; Bada Bagh; Gadsisar Lake; Amar Sagar; Jain Temple; Haveli’s;
Restaurants in Jaisalmer
- Milan Restaurant
- Gaji’s Restaurant
- Cafe The Kadu
- Pakwan Restaurant
- The Surya Restaurant
- Killa Corner
- Green Park Restaurant
- Desert Boy’s Dhani
Transports in Jaisalmer
By train and bus: There are trains and buses to/from several Indian cities.
Maps of Jaisalmer
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