jaisalmer day tour by sketch india journeys

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p Length One Day ( Timings : 09:00 am to 10:00pm Approx ) Inclusions Comfortable air - conditioned Car, driver with cell phone, fuel, parking charges, trained guide, bottled water and all taxes. Located in the heart of sprawling Thar Desert presenting every color of heritage, traditions and culture, the city of Jaisalmer has a unique charm which invites tourists right away. If you can still see the royal families enjoying folk performance while remembering about their erstwhile days, you are in Jaisalmer. If you can spot people happier riding a camel in dunes where no life can be found for miles, you are in Jaisalmer. Dotted with innumerable tourist destinations, there are some places in Jaisalmer which are a must to visit. Sketch India Journeys offers you a trip to Jaisalmer which is refreshing and fulfilling, clicking every nerve of your body. Jaisalmer Fort: Popularly known as the Golden Fort, the fort was constructed by Rao Jaisal, the erstwhile ruler of Jaisalmer, in 1156 AD. Being one of the largest forts in the world is one quality of this fort, but more important is the fact that it is the only fort in the world which is inhabited by locals. Rising above the sand dunes guarding the city beneath, the fort looks spontaneous during nights. Patwon Ki Haveli: A beautil and large mansion located in the heart of the city. Patwon Ki Haveli was constructed by Guman Chand Patwa, a rich trader of Jaisalmer. The five story building has each story depicting unique carvings and huge decorated suites. Important note about this haveli it is not just one of the largest mansions in the world, but it has beautiful artwork and designs which every art lover must see. The Thar Heritage Museum: Founded by Laxmi Narayan Khatri, the museum is an initiative to preserve and promote local art and heritage of India. It showcases innumerable documents and coins, manuscripts and weapons, traditional artwork and attire, and much more. Sea fossils dating millions of years back prove how a sea became a desert. A must watch for every history and art lover. Gadisar Lake: An artificial lake the Gadisar Lake is a treat in the scorching city of Jaisalmer. The lake was constructed by Raja Rawal Jaisal to solve the water issues of the city. Later, it became a pilgrim center with many shrines, temples and chhatris created here. Today, Gadisar Lake is a picnic spot where people visit to enjoying boating. Sam Sand Dunes: A trip to Jaisalmer is incomplete without a desert safari in Sam Sand Dunes. Located 40km from Jaisalmer, it is a small village dotted among the huge Thar Desert. Hire a camel and take a round or two of the desert, and you will be able to see the colors of real Rajasthan. Many cultural programs are also organized during evenings, which are worth watching.