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Jaisalmer City Description
 

Deep in the heart of the Thar Desert is Jaisalmer, one of the last princely bastions in the region. Founded on what was the crossroad of lucrative trade routes, this remote settlement came to be celebrated for the valour of its rulers, and for the aesthetic sense represented by their palaces and havelis. The rich merchants engaged stone-craftsmen who worked with greate diligence on the sandstone mansions they built, filling up facades with sculptural filigree, screen windows, delicate pavilions and beautiful balconies. These veritable art-museums are still inhabited, and their colourful celebrations and festivals have placed

 
Jaisalmer firmly on the world tourism map. It's unique location in the midst of miles of sand dunes makes it India's most popular destination for camel safaris.

By Air Indian Airlines operates regular flights from Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur to Jaisalmer between November and March

By Rail Jaisalmer is connected to Jodhpur by day as well as overnight trains.

By Road Jaisalmer is connected by good roads to Jodhpur (285 km) and Bikaner (330 Km).