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Rawal Jaisal laid the foundation of this city in 1156. Trikuta was the hill chosen and Jaisal abandoned his old fort at Lodurva and established this new Capital. The Bhati Rajputs of Jaisalmer were feudal chiefs who lived on the forced levy on the caravans that crossed their territory en-route Delhi. These caravans, laden with precious cargoes of spices and silk brought great wealth to this town. Because of its remote location, Jaisalmer for years remained untouched by outside influences and during the British raj, the rulers of Jaisalmer were the last to sign the instrument of agreement with the British.
THE FORT The
golden hued fort is a sentinel to the bleak desertscape from its 80
metre high perch on the hill, housing the entire township within its
ramparts. MANAK CHOWK AND HAVELIS
Nathmalji-ki-Haveli : The late 19th
century haveli with intricate architecture - a dispaly of sheer craftsmanship.
The left and right wings of the mansion which were carved by two brothers
are not identical but very similar and balanced in design. The interior
walls are ornate with splendid miniature paintings. Various cultural programmes are organised against the backdrop of these fascinating sand dunes. Exciting camel safaris allow you to get the real feel of the desert on the camel back.
AIR-
Jodhpur 285 km is the convenient airport.
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Jaisalmer
is spectacular. The drive to Jaisalmer is rarely dull. Approaching it
from the desert, it seems suddenly to rise out of the desert haze, a
magnificent stretch of massive yellow sandstone walls and bastions bathed
golden in the afternoon Sun.
The
glory of Jaisalmer faded when sea trade replaced the old land routes.
But there is still and 'Arabian Nights' quality about the town. The
narrow streets in the wallled city preserve a tradtional way of life.
The craftsmen still work at the ancient crafts of weaving and stone
carving, the making of silver jewellery and embroidery and the stately,
nonchalant camel is everywhere. Just a walk through Jaisalmer, savouring
the medieval of old Rajasthan, is a marvelously rewarding travel experience.
Winter is the perfect time for Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer's desert festival,
celebrated in January/february, is a must on any itinerary. The desert
seems to bloom in a thousand colours. There are camel races and folk
dances. Craft bazaar and traditional balled singing. A sound and light
spectacle on the sand-dunes of sam on the full moon night of purnima
and all the colour and excitement offer the best in Rajasthan.
Outside
the fort is the main market place called Manak Chowk which is the centre
of local activity. From manak chowk, one can walk into the lanes where
the famous carved havelies are to be found. Each haveli's facade differs
from other. Built mainly during the18th and 19th centuries, the carving
in the havelies of Jaisalmer is of a very superior quality. Patwon-ki-Haveli
is one of the most exqusite havelis with a beautiful latticed facade.
Salim Singh-ki-Haveli is just three centuries old, and is still lived
in. Its arched roof is held up by well excluded brackets in the form
of peacocks. Nathmaliji-ki-Haveli was built by two architect brothers,
each concentration on opposite sides. yellow sandstone tuskers guard
the haveli.
Sum
Sand Dunes (42 km) : No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without
a trip to the most picturesque dunes of Sam. The ripples on the wind-caressed
dunes, that create an enchanting mirage, are surely a delight for a
trigger-happy photographer.
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