Jaisalmer commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone
stands with all its awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city. The city
has an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, lord Krishna-
the head of Yadav clan foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of the Yadav
clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill, His prophecy was fulfilled
in 1156 AD. When Rawal Jaisal, a Bhatti Rajput abandoned his fort at Lodurva
and founded a new capital Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill Bhatti Rajputs
of Jaisalmer were fedual chief who lived off the forced levy on the caravans
laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory enroute Delhi-or
Sind. These seems to be straight out of the "Tales of the Arabian Night
' still enchants.
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Places of Interest: The
Jaisalmer Fort,
Gadsisar
Lake,
Tazia Tower,
Nathmal
ji ki Haveli,
Patwa ki Haveli,
Salim Singh ki Haveli,
Jain
Temples,
Gyan Bhandar of
Library.
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Excusions: Lodurva,
Wood Fossil Park,
Sam
Sand Dunes,
Desert National Park,
Amar Sagar,
Bada
Bagh,
Mool Sagar,
Barmer,
Camel Safaries.
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Fairs & Festivals: Desert
Festival - A spectacular event coinciding with the full moon in Jan/Feb. The
rich culture of the region is on display during this three day long festival.
The famous Gair and Fire dancers are the major attraction of the celebrations.
Interesting contests including a turban. Tying competition and a Mr. Desert
contest further enhance the fun of the occasion.
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Shopping: Shop for exquisitely
carved wooden boxes in tiny curio shops. Traditional rugs, handwoven blankets
and shawls in typical Rajasthani color and weave are also available. Mirror
work, embroided article silver jewelry. Trickles and curios are other boys of
Jaisalmer. The shopping spots are within the fort and include sadar Bazar, sonaron
ka Bass Manak Chowk, pansari bazar, Gandhi Darshan, Seema gram, Rajsthani Govt.
shop and Khadi Gramodyog Emporium.
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