Vyas Chhatri
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Vyas Chhatri

Vyas Chhatri, a beautiful example of Rajasthani architecture, is dedicated to sage Vyaas, the author of the epic Mahabharata. The carvings on this cenotaph are intricate and make for a striking sight.

Bada Bagh
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Bada Bagh

Bada Bagh is a cluster of several cenotaphs of rulers, queens, princes and other royal family members. Varying in size, the cenotaphs are carved out of sandstone. Disbursed throughout the small hill they are constructed on, they increase in number as one climbs to the top. These structures showcase each significant person’s stories, contributions and add to the rich history of Jaisalmer

Kuldhara – Haunted Village
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Kuldhara – the haunted village

Located in Jaisalmer, the abandoned village of Kuldhara is a tourist attraction. The village was once a prosperous Paliwal Brahmin settlement that was established around the 13th century.Originally from Pali, these migrants were called Paliwals. The former village contains the remains of 410 buildings.

Tanot Mata Ka Mandir
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Tanot Mata Ka Mandir

Located in the western state of Rajasthan, Tanot Mata Mandir is 150 Kms from the Jaisalmer Safari Camp. The oldest Charan literature describes Tanot Mata as a divine clone. Villagers often attribute the outcome of the 1971 Indo- Pakistani War to the temple near the village’s border with Pakistan, and very close to the Longewala battle site. The deity is revered as a Ultimate Goddess by many including the Army.

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Jaisalmer Fort
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Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer Fort is located in Jaisalmer, India. is reportedly one of the few (if not the only) “living forts” on earth, since one-fourth of the old city’s population resides inside the fort today. As the sun sets, the massive yellow sandstone walls, the fort appears as a tawny lion during the day, fading to a honey-gold tone at dusk, giving it the name Sonar Quila, or Golden Fort.

Gadsisar Lake
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Gadsisar Lake

Built by the first ruler of Jaisalmer, Raja Rawal Jaisal, the Gadisar Lake was once the only source of water in Jaisalmer. The lake’s bank is adorned with Chattris, Temples, Shrines, and Ghats in intricately carved carvings.

Salim Singh Ki Haveli
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Salim Singh Ki Haveli

Nathmal-ki-Havali is a beautiful 300-year old haveli located near Jaisalmer’s railway station and is one of the premier havelis in the heart city due to its historical significance and architectural splendour.

Nathmalji ki Haveli
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Nathmalji ki Haveli

A visit to Jaisalmer would be incomplete without seeing the marvellous architecture of Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli. According to the facts, this mansion was being constructed simultaneously, resulting in a similar but non-identical left and right side. As well as its outstanding exterior carvings, this haveli has a beautiful interior filled with paintings and modern amenities.

Patwon ki Haveli
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Patwon ki Haveli

Patwon ki Haveli is a cluster of five small havelis and also one of the largest havelis in Rajasthan. It took nearly 55 years for Guman Chand Patwa, a wealthy banker, who started to build Patwon ki Haveli, which was later completed by his sons.

Desert National park
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Desert National park

The Desert National Park, Rajasthan near Jaisalmer, the Desert National Park is one of the largest national parks in India, covering 3162 Km2. the Desert National Park is a great example of the ecosystem of the Thar desert with abundance of Birdlife.