Jaisalmer is simply a fantastic city. It reminds one of the famous Arabian Nights fable. A Jaisalmer tour not only takes one to one of the largest districts in India but also presents one with wonderful and mesmerizing views of the Great Thar Desert. The Havelis and the Forts in Jaisalmer add additional charm to this place and pull people form all over the globe to this place. A few of the famous attractions of the city are listed below:
* Jaisalmer Fort or the ‘Sonar Quila’-It is made of golden yellow sandstone. It is 800 year old. This structure is chiefly defended by 99 towers. It is located over the Trikuta Hill. It offers excellent views of the whole city.
* Desert National Park is a must see destination for all the wildlife lovers. Here one can find blackbuck, chinkara, wolf, Indian fox, desert fox, hare and desert cat. Bird-lovers can also see a few species of migratory birds like blue tailed bee eaters, green bee-eaters, drongos, common quail, bush quail and Indian rollers. So it is actually a nature lover’s delight.
* In the southern part of the city is the Godi Sagar. The lake is surrounded by small temples and shrines.
* Jaisalmer is also celebrated for embroidery, Rajasthani mirror work, rugs, blankets, antiques and old stone work.
* Camel Safari is truly a one of its kind experience. It lets one travel around the rural areas alongside the golden sand dunes.
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