About Jaisalmer

Take the name of Jaisalmer and the image that first float before the eyes is the majestic Sonar Quila. It is followed by the bewitching beauty of the Thar Desert ,carpeted with yellow sand dunes and multi fingered cacti tree under the deep blue sky, the famous Ghoomar dance and the melody of Rasor, the traditional ballad. It is this "earthiness" that makes Jaisalmer one of the top most tourist destinations of Rajasthan.

Founded by Rawal Jaisal,a successor of the the Bhati Rajputs, Jaisalmer or "The Golden City" is an exotic town placed on a yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort that overlooks the vast expanse of desert.

Jaisalmer, in the medieval history was a major foreign trade route. In due course of time, it metamorphosed into an exotic tourist destination in Rajasthan. A fleet of tourist from foreign land visit the city of yellow sandstone to peep into its rich cultural heritage and to savour its earthy beauty. Its medieval glory and rich tradition can be found in its well carved sandstone havelis, palaces and the several temples. Jaisalmer, is indescribably beautiful.