Top things to do in Jaisalmer, India | Travel Rajputana https://www.travelrajputana.com/things-to-do/jaisalmer/ Explore some of the best across Rajasthan & Agra Thu, 27 Feb 2020 08:50:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.7 Tanot Mata Temple https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/tanot-mata-temple/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/tanot-mata-temple/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:17:18 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=299 Tanot Mata Temple is located in Jaisalmer, close to the border with Pakistan. It is said that Pakistani Army dropped more than 3000 bombs during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, targeting the temple. But, not even a single bomb exploded. The temple is maintained by the BSF soldiers.

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]]> Tanot Mata Temple is located in Jaisalmer, close to the border with Pakistan. It is said that Pakistani Army dropped more than 3000 bombs during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, targeting the temple. But, not even a single bomb exploded. The temple is maintained by the BSF soldiers.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/tanot-mata-temple/feed/ 0 Wildlife Sighting at Desert National Park (DNP) https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/wildlife-sighting-at-desert-national-park-dnp/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/wildlife-sighting-at-desert-national-park-dnp/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:15:04 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=298 Endowed with a rich variety of wildlife, it is a must visit for nature enthusiasts to discover the desert ecosystem. Home to a host of wildlife including some endangered animals, the Park also plays host to an even higher of variety of migratory birds in winters.

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]]> Endowed with a rich variety of wildlife, it is a must visit for nature enthusiasts to discover the desert ecosystem. Home to a host of wildlife including some endangered animals, the Park also plays host to an even higher of variety of migratory birds in winters.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/wildlife-sighting-at-desert-national-park-dnp/feed/ 0 Witness Indo-Pak Border at Longewala https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/witness-indo-pak-border-at-longewala/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/witness-indo-pak-border-at-longewala/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:13:07 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=297 Tanot Mata Temple is near to the battle site of Longewala of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. However, visitors are not allowed to go beyond Tanot Mata Temple to watch the Indo-Pak Border unless they get the relevant documentation from the District and Military Authorities, in advance.

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]]> Tanot Mata Temple is near to the battle site of Longewala of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. However, visitors are not allowed to go beyond Tanot Mata Temple to watch the Indo-Pak Border unless they get the relevant documentation from the District and Military Authorities, in advance.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/witness-indo-pak-border-at-longewala/feed/ 0 Dune Bashing https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/dune-bashing/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/dune-bashing/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:09:49 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=293 Off-roading on sand dunes is termed as dune bashing. Generally, SUVs are used for dune bashing. During dune bashing (also known as desert safari), the dunes appear to move as the wind blows over them. It feels as if you are doing rafting on sand.

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]]> Off-roading on sand dunes is termed as dune bashing. Generally, SUVs are used for dune bashing. During dune bashing (also known as desert safari), the dunes appear to move as the wind blows over them. It feels as if you are doing rafting on sand.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/dune-bashing/feed/ 0 Kuldhara Haunted Village https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/kuldhara-haunted-village/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/kuldhara-haunted-village/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:07:20 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=292 Once a prospering village inhabited by Paliwal Brahmins, this site is said to be abandoned overnight with many myths attached. The regional tale claims that the residents while departing inflicted an ill omen that nobody would be able to reclaim the village otherwise they would experience paranormal activities. Hence, the village is said to be […]

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]]> Once a prospering village inhabited by Paliwal Brahmins, this site is said to be abandoned overnight with many myths attached. The regional tale claims that the residents while departing inflicted an ill omen that nobody would be able to reclaim the village otherwise they would experience paranormal activities. Hence, the village is said to be haunted till date.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/kuldhara-haunted-village/feed/ 0 Shopping at Jaisalmer https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/shopping-at-jaisalmer/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/shopping-at-jaisalmer/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:05:08 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=291 There are several street markets in Jaisalmer from where you can shop like Pansari Bazaar, Manak Chowk, Bhatia Bazaar, Sadar Bazaar, etc. You can shop for handicraft items like tapestries, bedspreads, paintings, bags, rugs, patchwork quilts, jewlery, etc.

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]]> There are several street markets in Jaisalmer from where you can shop like Pansari Bazaar, Manak Chowk, Bhatia Bazaar, Sadar Bazaar, etc. You can shop for handicraft items like tapestries, bedspreads, paintings, bags, rugs, patchwork quilts, jewlery, etc.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/shopping-at-jaisalmer/feed/ 0 Camel ride in Thar Desert https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/camel-ride-in-thar-desert/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/camel-ride-in-thar-desert/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:57:46 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=290 The desert surrounding Jaisalmer is the famous place for camel safaris. Camel ride gives you a rustic experience. The duration of camel safaris may range from two day/one night to 4, 7, 14, 21, or 30 days. Camel safaris offer you a fun filled, unparalleled, and memorable experience.

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]]> The desert surrounding Jaisalmer is the famous place for camel safaris. Camel ride gives you a rustic experience. The duration of camel safaris may range from two day/one night to 4, 7, 14, 21, or 30 days. Camel safaris offer you a fun filled, unparalleled, and memorable experience.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/camel-ride-in-thar-desert/feed/ 0 Jain Temple inside Fort and Lodurva Temple https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/jain-temple-inside-fort-and-lodurva-temple/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/jain-temple-inside-fort-and-lodurva-temple/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:55:41 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=289 Lodurva Jain Temple is dedicated to Parshvnath, the 23rd Tirthankara. It was demolished when Muhammad Ghori attacked the city in 1152 AD. In the late 1970s, the temple was rebuilt. The temple is the best example of craftsmanship on yellow stone.

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]]> Lodurva Jain Temple is dedicated to Parshvnath, the 23rd Tirthankara. It was demolished when Muhammad Ghori attacked the city in 1152 AD. In the late 1970s, the temple was rebuilt. The temple is the best example of craftsmanship on yellow stone.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/jain-temple-inside-fort-and-lodurva-temple/feed/ 0 Salim Singh and Patwon Ki Haveli https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/salim-singh-and-patwon-ki-haveli/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/salim-singh-and-patwon-ki-haveli/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:54:02 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=288 Salim Singh Ji Ki Haveli was built by Salim Singh, the then Prime Minister of the kingdom (when Jaisalmer was the capital). The haveli has unique design and boasts 38 balconies. Patwon Ki Haveli is a cluster of 5 small havelis. Also known as the “mansion of brocade merchants”, the haveli houses the office of […]

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]]> Salim Singh Ji Ki Haveli was built by Salim Singh, the then Prime Minister of the kingdom (when Jaisalmer was the capital). The haveli has unique design and boasts 38 balconies. Patwon Ki Haveli is a cluster of 5 small havelis. Also known as the “mansion of brocade merchants”, the haveli houses the office of the Archaeological Survey of India and State Art and Craft Department.

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]]> https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/salim-singh-and-patwon-ki-haveli/feed/ 0 Gadisar Lake https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/gadisar-lake/ https://www.travelrajputana.com/thing-to-do/gadisar-lake/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:50:19 +0000 https://www.travelrajputana.com/?post_type=cpt_plays&p=286 Located in the heart of the city, Gadisar Lake once used to the only water source for this barren region. Now it serves as a popular tourist spot with its impressive views and ample temples. The best season to visit is from October till March when one can enjoy boating and witness wide species of […]

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]]> Located in the heart of the city, Gadisar Lake once used to the only water source for this barren region. Now it serves as a popular tourist spot with its impressive views and ample temples. The best season to visit is from October till March when one can enjoy boating and witness wide species of birds.

                                                   

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