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Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer
– the golden beauty, etched in yellow sandstone. Perched atop the Trikuta
Hill, it stands tall against miles of gleaming sand. Epitomising the
desolate, awesome charm of the desert.
Jaisalmer, the city of the golden fort is a fantasy in yellow sandstone in
the heart of the Thar Desert. The city was founded in 1156 by Rawal Jaisal,
a Bhatti Rajput King.
This amber-hued
city, in the heart of the desert, dazzles gloriously in the early morning.
The sunset has a peculiar glow here. As the night descends, the sky goes up
in flames, which fade leaving a few embers, till it becomes black. A
breathtaking sight indeed!
Jaisalmer is famous for cobbled streets, strewn with palaces, forts, temples
and havelis. Every house, here, is exquisitely carved, having filigreed work
all over. These houses date back to 12th – 15th century. And hence Jaisalmer
is called 'the Museum city'.
Filled with colour, festivity and smiles, Jaisalmer is truly a memorable
experience across the shimmering sands.
Altitude: 225 mtrs.
Best Season: Oct - Feb
Climate: Summer
Mean Max. 47.0 'C
Mean Min. 35.0 'C
Winter Mean Max. 20.0 'C
Mean Min. 2.0 'C
Clothing: Summer light tropical or cotton Winter Woolen. |
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