Introduction

Jaisalmer is one of Rajasthan''s most exotic and unusal towns. "A living museum" and the "Golden City" are just two descriptions which has been applied to the desert put-outs. Places of visit are beautiful mansions built by Jaisalmer''s wealthy merchants are known as Havelis, Gandhi Sagar Tank,was once the water supply of the city, fort built in the year 1156, the fort crowns the 80m high Trikuta Hill and Jain temple and what to,say about camel safari on desert.

The town is encircled by thick sandstone walls which were built in 1750. There are four pols or Gates in the wall, opening into the town - Malka pol, Amar Sagar pol, Baron pol and the Gandhisagar pol. Amar pol on the western side is the principle entrance to the town, leading to Gandhi Chowk. The town within has a Fort perched on the hilltop with the Palaces, Jain Temples and Havelis, scattered throughout the town. Bada Bagh, 6km north of Jaisalmer has fruits and vegetables grown in the oasis around a large old dam. Sam Dunes, 40km west of Jaisalmer, is popular for camel rides.

Places of Interest: Jaisalmer Jain Temple, Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli, Nathmal ki Haveli, Gadi Sagar tank & museum, Jaisalmer Fort