A perfect concoction of intriguing history that is steeped into rich
culture and wonderful beauty of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is one of
the best tourist destinations in India. Nature lovers, history
buffs, adventure enthusiasts, honeymoon, and vacation. There is every
ingredient to make you happy and overwhelmed. Unravel the well-kept
secrets of Jaisalmer and get intrigued with this royal charm, rugged
beauty and sheer efficacy. Listed here are top 5 places to see in
Jaisalmer Rajasthan.
1. Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Quila) Jaisalmer Rajasthan
Jaisalmer Fort locally known as Sonar Quila is one of the largest
forts in the world located in Jaisalmer city in Rajasthan. It was
built in 1156 AD by the Bhati Rajput ruler Rao Jaisal, from where it
originates its name. This fort is popularly known as the Golden Fort
by the local people and is one of the most magnificent monuments in
the city of Jaisalmer. The fort is standing proudly in the middle of
the unending golden sands of Thar Desert; Jaisalmer fort is one of the
most prominent tourist attractions of Jaisalmer.
2. Bada Bagh Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Bada bagh approximately 6 kilometers off Jaisalmer, Bada Bagh is a
popular attraction that is frequented by tourists who come to visit
the various chatters or royal cenotaphs which exist here. The Jait Sar
Tank and the Jait Bandh are also popular attractions to check out while visiting Bada Bagh.
Bada Bagh, also called Barabagh is a garden complex about 6 km north
of Jaisalmer on way to Ramgarh, and halfway between Jaisalmer and
Lodhruva in the state of Rajasthan in India.
3. Salim Ji ki Haveli Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Salim Ji ki Haveli is situated at the heart of the Jaisalmer city,
near the Jaisalmer railway station. These 300 years old Haveli is
named after its owner Salim Singh Mahto and was built on the
remains of an older haveli, built in the late 17th century. Salim
Singh Mahto was the then prime minister of the princely state with
Jaisalmer as its capital. Presently a part of the Haveli is still
occupied by the descendent of Salim Singh Mahto. The havelies is
situated beside the hills near the Jaisalmer Fort and has a distinct architecture.
4. Village Kuldhara of Jaisalmer is Deserted
18 km west of Jaisalmer Kuldhara named as a village where nearly two
centuries graveyard peace. Far from day to night in a single human
being is afraid to enter houses ruins.
It is believed that around 120 kilometers Paliwal Brahmins Jaisalmer
Kuldhara and 83 other villages in the area, spanning about 500 years
was inhabited. Time to leave the village in 1825 the Paliwal Brahmins
had cursed this place will be destroyed any inhabitant.
5. Jain Temples of Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer Fort houses 7 Jain temples within its walls; all of them
were built between the 15th and 16th centuries. The temple spires are
very prominent and can easily be picked out from anywhere in the Fort.
Dedicated to different Tirthankars, all the temples are built from
the golden-yellow Jaisalmer stone and are connected with each other
making it quite confusing to the casual visitor to separate one temple
from another. The temples dedicated to Chandraprabhu, Rishabhdev,
Sambhavnath and Parsvanath are the among the largest and also with the
most impressive carvings. The entrance to the Parsvanath Temple is
particularly stunning.
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