The Golden City of India, which is on the west of Jaipur is Jaisalmer, India .
This city Jaisalmer is in the Rajasthan state and is one among the UNOSEO world heritage sites.
This place was earlier known as the Jaisalmer state, but now it is a city.
This place is exactly in the center of the Thar desert, which is the great Indian desert.
There are many interesting things that you can enjoy in this place.
Who can imagine that such a sandy oasis would have so many interesting things like forts, museums and many other things.
In spite of so many attractions all around the city, it is the fort of Jaisalmer, which will attract you more than anything else.
If you are planning a holiday to this place, then you should make sure that you are not missing the most interesting things to see at this place.
There are many Havelis in this city and they are really beautiful and you will love their architectural designs.
The local dances of Jaisalmer are also something that you should not miss at all.
Plan a very long holiday at this place and you will surely not be disappointed at all because there are so many things to do in Jaisalmer and they will keep you busy all the time, till you are in this place.
Best time to visit Jaisalmer?
This place Jaisalmer is good to visit at any time of the year and you can see the tourists in this round the year.
If you are looking for an adventurous tour in Jaisalmer, then you can plan it anytime.
But if you are planning a trip with your family and want to have just fun and explore the interesting place of Jaisalmer, then you should plan it between October to March.
During these months the climate of this place is pleasant and you will be able to spend a lot of time for sightseeing and enjoy the place.
You can also enjoy the Desert Festival during the month of February and this is something which is very interesting.
You will see more foreign tourists during this festival as they love to be part of Indian culture and celebrations.
From March ending till the Start of August, you have Summer season.
This is the time when the climate is going to be extremely hot and you will not be to go out for sightseeing as this a desert area.
You may face some problems like sunstroke if you go out in such extreme weather conditions.
From September to October, you have the rainy season and it is not a good time for a holiday with family.
So, it is now good to decide on your own, which is the best time to visit Jaisalmer and have fun.
Now, it is time to check the list of the attractions that are available in Jaisalmer for you, to have fun.
Best things to do in Jaisalmer India
These are my favorite things to do and beautiful places to visit on your next holiday to Jaisalmer.
Jaisalmer Fort
A wonderful spot to visit first when you are in Jaisalmer is the Jaisalmer Fort.
This fort is also known by the name “The Golden Fort”.
This fort was constructed in the year 1156 AD by a Rajput king whose name is Raja Jaisal.
This fort is in golden color and the sand is in yellow color, this is an amazing combination and you will love the view of this fort in the first look itself.
You can count this fort among one of the largest forts in the world and is also listed in the UNOSEO world heritage sites.
You can see Rajasthan’s magical beauty in this large fort.
You don’t have to pay any entrance fee to this place and you are definitely going to love it for sure.
The maintenance of this fort is very poor, but you can still enjoy this place.
You can enjoy a nice walk in and around this fort and explore the beauty of this place.
Also another important point that you should not forget is to click a lot of interesting pictures at the fort.
My favorite stuff to do in Jaisalmer
Bada Bagh
If you are bored of the hustle and bustle of the city life, then spending a few hours at this place can relax both your body and soul as well.
This spot Bada Bagh means a very huge garden.
The construction of this place started in the 16th century by Maharawal Jait Singh.
After his death, the construction was continued by Lunakaran, who was Maharawal Jagjit Singh’s son.
This place was used as a memorial for this royal family for their cremation.
If you forget the point that this BadaBagh is used for cremation, you are going to enjoy a stunning view of this place.
You are reaching this place in the early morning or in the evening, then the sunset and sunrise view that you get to see cannot stop you from clicking a lot of pictures.
This is definitely one of the most beautiful places in Jaisalmer and you should not miss it.
This is a very quite and peaceful place where you can spend a few hours and relax.
This place is definitely worth visiting when you are in Jaisalmer tour.
Fun things to do in Jaisalmer
Patwon-Ki-Haveli
A wonderful mansion, which is located in the center of Jaisalmer City is Patwon-Ki-Haveli.
This Haveli was a creation of a very popular trader Guman Chand.
He has done this with the help of his sons.
This mansion is five stories and is having five suites which are decorated intricately.
The walls and the corridors of this mansion are decorated and designed so well that it reflects the artwork of olden days.
Yellow sandstone was used in the construction of this mansion and it is not any more a complete mansion.
The 3rd floor of the museum is now converted into a museum, which exhibits the bygone eras’ craftsman work.
You will not be able to believe your eyes when you are inside the museum.
You cannot expect such interesting art work on a sandstone and this work is just amazing.
It is still the same and you will love it for sure.
Each wall, each pillar, each corridor is having an excellent work done on them.
You should not miss even a single floor in this five storied building and the reason for this is, every floor is different and you have different things to enjoy here.
Mark this place also as an important place to visit because many tourists reported this place as one of the spots in Jaisalmer.
Popular Jaisalmer tourist attractions
Safari Tours
When you are in Jaisalmer, then you should not miss the Safari Tours.
These are the best things to enjoy the deserts in Jaisalmer and you will never forget the experience that you are going to get from these safari tours.
There are many companies like Pleasant Haveli Camel Safari, Jasmin Desert Safari & camp, Damodra Desert Safari tours and many others.
You can book your safari tours at any of these companies.
You can go for a Safari in the afternoon, evening or in the night.
It all depends on your wish, because you have safari tours all day long and this is a good thing that even the kids are going to enjoy.
You will be taken for the tour on a Camel and this is the best part of the tour, which the kids enjoy a lot.
It is going to be a very different experience in Jaisalmer and you should never this part.
You will definitely get more than what you pay them and more than what you expect from the tour.
Just an amazing experience to enjoy with the whole family.
You should book the Sam Sand Dunes as the location for desert safari for a better trip in the desert.
What else to do in Jaisalmer?
The Thar Heritage Museum
All those people who are having zero knowledge about the culture and history of Jaisalmer should visit The Thar Heritage Museum.
This is an amazing place which shows you the culture of this city.
You can access this museum with ease as this place is located in the market area of Jaisalmer.
The founder of this place was Laxmi Narayan Khatri.
The exhibits in the museum include the coins, documents, weapons, ancient manuscripts, ornaments used for decorating horses, ornaments used for decorating camels (which are known as the ships of Jaisalmer deserts) and many other things that are related to the history, art, culture and architecture of this place.
You get a chance to see the puppet show in this place and also a live music show which done by many talented artists.
This place is a most recommended place to visit when you are in Jaisalmer and get as much information as possible about the place.
Everything that you see in the museum is well placed and maintained.
The staff at the museum is very friendly.
Is Jaisalmer worth visiting?
The answer is Yes.
Jaisalmer is worth visiting.
This is because it is such a magical place
full of beauty and adventours.
Make sure you visit the following stunning place:
Gadisar Lake
Just one kilometer away from the Jaisalmer fort you have this spot Gadisar Lake.
This lake was constructed by Raja Rawal Jaisal who was the first king of this place and then was continued by MaharawalGarsi.
The construction was done in the year 1367 AD.
Normally, people living in the desert areas face a lot of problems for water and this lake served the people of this place as the main source of water.
You will find many small temple like Chattris and shrines on the shore of this lake and they are really amazing, You should have a look at them and do click a few click at this place.
All these shrines are constructed with Sandstone and they look really amazing in the golden color in the yellow sand.
The entrance carving design is really interesting and you should not miss it.
What else to see in Jaisalmer?
Jain temples
These are many Jain temples in Jaisalmer and they are situated inside the Jaisalmer fort and you should visit these Jain temples when you are visiting the Jaisalmer fort.
The architecture of these temples is just amazing and you will love them for sure.
The temples are very peaceful and amazing artwork on every piece of the temple, even a very minor part of these temples is having an amazing design on them.
The idols of the Jain God in these temples were almost 1200 years ago and you will be mesmerized to see those idols.
When you enter inside the temple, from the very first minute you will start enjoying the amazing smell of sandalwood and this is very serene and pleasant.
You can take a guide along with you when you are visiting the fort, so that you don’t miss anything and also get enough information about the history of Jaisalmer and the fort’s history as well.
Popular places to visit in Jaisalmer
Desert National Park
One of the largest parks in India and which is popularly called as the Golden park is the Desert National Park.
This is a place where living beings cannot survive, but you can see a lot of birds which migrate to this place from other places.
On the edges you can see fauna and Flora as well.
The best option available to visit the Desert National Park is you can take a jeep safari.
Taking a ride on the back of camel is also not a bad option.
It all depends on how you want to explore the beauty of the golden park in Jaisalmer but make sure that you are not opting for these tours in the afternoon as it can be very hot, so plan accordingly.
Things to do around Jaisalmer
Silk Route Art gallery
You can call this place as a true place for shopping some quality items.
The collection at the Silk Route Art gallery includes bags, clothes, accessories, antiques, belts, shawls, patch works and many other things.
All the items that are available at this art gallery are handmade and hence they are worth buying.
Whatever you buy here, you can be assured of high quality products and you will get everything unique.
You will take home something new and interesting when you shop at this place.
Do not miss this place, especially women should not miss it and you will surely not miss it at least now.
This place in the city and you can shop at anytime, but try to avoid shopping on the weekends as this place is going to be crowded with tourists and the local people.
You will not be able to enjoy the shopping experience if you visit on weekends.
Things to do in Jaisalmer with kids
Maharaja’s Palace
If you want to have a look at the past and know the lifestyle of kings and queens, then you should visit Maharaja’s Palace.
This palace is definitely worth visiting and this place is also truly in Maharaja’s style only.
You have a lot of things to see in the Palace like the beautiful rooms, walls and everything here.
You will have an audio guide in this Palace and that is very helpful.
You will get a clear picture of how was the life of a king in king size rooms and everything there.
There are a great collection of many artifacts related to the Raja’s family.
Must see places in Jaisalmer
NathmalJi Ki Haveli
An amazing place to visit as part of your trip in Jaisalmer.
You will love the architecture and the artwork of this Haveli.
The two elephants which are beautifully carved and placed on the either side of the entrance are mesmerizing.
You will never want to leave this place when you are looking at the work on the Haveli.
A little amount of Gold was also used in these designs and that is not known to many people.
Another interesting point about this Haveli is, the Prime minister of Jaisalmer lived in this Haveli and was constructed during the 12th century.
This Haveli is still occupied by the party of that place.
You can enjoy the view of the desert from this place.
Free things to do in Jaisalmer
Local Dance
Another interesting part of Jaisalmer is Local Dance.
You can enjoy the local dances at many places in this city.
The dances are performed in the night time as well, when you are on Safari tours and they are really interesting.
Book a safari tour, which covers the areas where there are local dances performed.
It is completely fun to watch the dance of Rajasthan, it is mesmerizing.
All Indian dance forms are good and this is going to be a feast for your eyes.
Do not miss the local fun like dance, food, clothes and the monuments.
Now, this is a small list of the museums, temples, lakes and other things.
There are many more that you can enjoy here.
So it is better to plan your trip during winter season so that you will be able to get the complete fun of this place and the desert.
It is said that Jaisalmer city is the heart of the desert, but the heart of the Jaisalmer is the artwork and other things present in this place.
Do not miss to book your tickets and accommodation in advance to enjoy a great holiday.
Have a beautiful holiday on the desert of Jaisalmer, India.
