Jaisalmer is a major tourist spot located in the northwestern state of Rajasthan in India. It is called the ‘golden city’ due to its bounteous golden dunes flowing in the Thar Desert. Jaisalmer is adorned with lakes, ornate Jain temples, havelis and castles clad in golden yellowish sandstone. Climb on to the camel saddle and make your way through this desert or camp under the night sky in this golden land for an unforgettable experience.Beneath the ramparts, particularly to the north, the narrow streets of the old city conceal magnificent havelis, all carved from the same golden-honey sandstone as the fort – hence Jaisalmer’s designation as the Golden City
Best Time To Visit Jaisalmer
Summer (March-August)
Summers is Jaisalmer can be very harsh and extremely hot due to it’s proximity to the Thar Desert. The summer season begins from the month of April and continues till the month of August with temperature going up to 42°C.If you can’t bear the heat and if you’re looking for some exciting activities like camel riding and desert safari then summers are not considered to be quite a favourable time for you to visit.
Monsoon (September-October)
Monsoons in Jaisalmer lasts from September to October, witnessing very little or no rainfall. Temperatures range between 19 to 33 degree Celsius. The weather is warm and pleasant. The monsoon season comes as a relief after the scorching hear of the summer season, which in turn helps reduce the excessive heat in the atmosphere. .
Winter (November-February)
Winters are the best time to be here. Beginning from November until March, the weather of this otherwise torrid place is pleasant. Temperatures range from 5 to 24 degrees celsius during the day and drops to 7 degrees at night.
How to Reach Jaisalmer
By Air: The military airport of Jaisalmer offers direct flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and other important cities in Rajasthan as well as India. People who like to save their traveler time can opt this way and reach Jaisalmer quickly. The other way is to reach Jaisalmer is to fly to the domestic airport in Jodhpur and enjoy drive of approximately 5 to 6 hours and reach Jaisalmer.
By Rail: The best means of transport to reach Jaisalmer is the railway as this network covers all major cities very easily. Howrah Jaisalmer Express, Delhi Jaisalmer Express are some of the express trains connecting various cities to the historic land Jaisalmer.
By Road: Travelling by road will be another fascinating experience, but there are direct buses only from the major destinations of Rajasthan as the journey consumes much time from other cities.
Top Things of attractions in Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer Fort and Palace Museum
Jain Temples
Havelis
Camel Safaris
Sand Dunes and Desert National Park
Vyas Chhatri Sunset Point
Bada Bagh
Rooftop Restaurants
DESERT FESTIVAL
Organised by the Department of Tourism around January-February, the Desert Festival is the best place to enjoy rich and colourful Rajasthani folk culture. The high points of the festival are puppeteers, acrobats, camel races, camel polo, folk dances, etc
Note – Please avoid going to Jaisalmer during Summer season because of hot weather.
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