Jaisalmer – The Land of Sun and Sand
Location: Situated in Western Rajasthan, in the Thar Desert. well connected by National Highway 15, railways and airways (nearest is in Jodhpur300km away) reaching Jaisalmer is a piece of cake and if you plan to fly in yourself then the coordinates are 69.3 to 72.2 degrees E and 26.01 to 28.02 degree north. But travelling there is usually recommended in the winters for obvious reasons .
It’s a major tourist attraction and cultural hub of India.
A city of old world charm and a glorious past, it was founded by Raja Rawa Jaisal, A bhatti Rajput ruler.
Here I will try to show case the charm and the stark beauty of Jaisalmer with a few pictures (through my eyes). But Of course- Jaisalmer is much more than these and is just a photographic representation
The yellow Sandstone Buildings welcome you the moment you step down in Jaisalmer
JAISALMER-City about Forts
JAISALMER- of Havelis…
A fusion of old and new- HERITAGE HOTEL…
Sonar Quila Or The Golden Fort – The heart of Jaisalmer. The old city is inside the Fort
The view outside the fort…
and the grandeur within …
Of Bygone Days- Shahi Sawari
People who are still attached to their roots. Old world charm and Mystique…
Of valor and heroism…
Of architecture…
Havelis and Forts
Crafts and antiquities…
Talaabs and lakes… Famous of which is the Gadisagar lake…
Road to perdition – Oops ! I mean the sand dunes…
Base camp in the dunes-“Sam Dunes”
A perfect blend of green and golden…
A settlement near the Dunes…
Camel rides and Desert safari… On top of the world experience…
Many hues of a sunset- A beautiful phenomenon…
Accommodation is not a problem as you will be spoilt with choices to stay in luxury tents or cottages. And packages don’t burn a hole in your pocket. Just Haggle!
You will be treated as nothing les than a Royal with culinary treat and cultural treat…
Don’t go by its size and shape of the ethnic cottages, they have all the modern amenities. At nights their music and dance will make you dance…
The games that the sun play !
Sunset and Sunrise
A final glance at the seemingly never ending desert! You will wish that your holiday was never ending too!
See you soon with another photo speaks of a travel diary !
She is a Doctor by profession , working in Delhi. Loves traveling, mind games and playing with words… And also the chief-co brewer of GingerChai. She is the chief brewer of some of the interesting categories you see in GingerChai. Follow @manishalsam
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October 10, 2009 9:11:47 pmReally Nice Place !!
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October 11, 2009 2:39:10 am
WoW! There’s actually sand on the roads!!!!
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October 11, 2009 9:10:30 am
Thanks and I am glad you all liked it. Will be happier if you visit it one day.
@ Abhilash. Thanks for the feedback.I will try to work on it. Will discuss the technicalities with Rajan. Keep visiting and providing your feedback. It really helps you know. -
December 28, 2009 12:46:48 pm
Wonderful imposing city well captured.
I checked your other picture speaks too. Sorry for being lazy to comment in the individual posts usually I don’t have the habit of commenting anywhere. Call this an impulsive aberation.
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December 28, 2009 12:49:55 pm
wow! thanks. So my pictures has really made you speak out!
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December 29, 2009 10:16:11 am
Hi Vinay!
Thanks a lot to stop by and make a comment !
A bit of encouragement like this gives us a great boost . Keep visiting
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December 28, 2009 12:50:44 pm
wow! thanks. So my picture made you speak out in at least one post
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This is superb…
I have heard about Jaiselmer from my neighbors. They are native to jiselmer and often visit there. You have pictured Jaiselmer well.
It would have even better if you could have explained each place seperately detailing the unknowns. But still it is a nice effort and great pictures.