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 Jaisalmer Travel Guide

Jaisalmer is situated in the western

Rajasthan region amid Thar Desert, close to Indo-Pak border. Like all other

cities of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer too has its own glorious past to boast about.

The city has an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, Lord

Krishna-the head of the Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendant

of the Yadav Clan would built his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill. His prophecy was

fulfilled in 1156 A.D. when Rawal Jaisal, a descendant of the Yadav

Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital -

Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill. Since then it

continued to be on the focus of the masses because of its location.

It falls in the way of one of the two routes, which connected India from Persia,

Egypt, Africa and the west. Bahti Rajputs of Jaisalmer lived off the forced levy on

the caravans laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory en route

Delhi-or-Sind. These caravans earned the town great wealth.It developed

itself into a major tourist destination as well as a cultural hub of the western

India only after 1947, when the Rajputana royals

signed the agreement to remain in just independent India

 

Like various other cities of Rajasthan,

in Jaisalmer too you will find a number of heritage forts and palaces which

are both magnificent and royal in their own distinctive ways. Though you

can find historical monuments scattered all over the city, the Jaisalmer Fort

will immediately command your attention. Made of sand stones and locally

known as Sonar Quila, the Jaisalmer Fort is a dominating structure

between the sands. The stone - craftsmen worked delicately on the

sandstone mansion, filling up facades with sculptural filigree, screen

windows, delicate pavilions and beautiful balconies. Today, these

veritable art - museums are still inhabited, and their colorful celebrations

and festivals have placed Jaisalmer Fort firmly on the world tourism map.

The Jaisalmer city is also revered for its Havelis. Among many others you

will find Salim ji ki haveli and Nathmal ji ki haveli the most striking ones.

There are other monuments too, which are equally important because of

there distinct and individual architecture. You can also visit Gadsisar Lake

and take a close look on the migratory birds as they indulge in amorous fight.

Or else visit Desert Cultural center to take a sneak peek of Rajasthani culture.

There is enough to keep you busy for days in Jaisalmer itself.

 

You can also choose to go on excursions

while you are in Jaisalmer. Some of the many places that you can

visit are Sam Sand dunes. You can stay in the camp in solitude and just look at

the sun setting behind the horizon. Or else you can also opt for Khuri sand

dunes and can get pampered by Rajasthani hospitality, listen to local folk music

and enjoy authentic Rajasthani cuisine. You can also visit Lodurva, the ancient

capital of the Bhattis and appreciate the Dilwara style paintings scattered all

around the ruins. Or you can also peek in to the history of this majestic place and

can choose to visit Amar Sagar or Bada Sagar and live the rich cultural heritage

once and forever. A visit to Fossil Park could also be a wonderful option.

If you are a conservationist, you can try your hands at the Desert National

park or opt for Phalodi for extreme solitude. There is so

much to see and explore in Jaisalmer!

Rajasthan Wildlife Travel

Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park is

one of the most popular National Parks in India.

It was conferred the status of a National Park in the

year 1957 and came under the ambit of "Project-Tiger" in the

year 1974. The park is strategically located in the midst of the

imposing Aravalli and Vindhya mountain ranges covering an area of

400 sq. kms. Of all the National Parks of India, Ranthambore is one

of the most picturesque with the backdrop of an invincible fort

located on a hilltop while the park is spread in the foothills.

The foliage is primarily of the dry deciduous kind interspersed

with shimmering wetland areas which offer the resident wildlife

species of the park with welcome relief especially during the sweltering 

summer months when the temperature hovers around 40° celsius.

Ranthambore came into prominence because of its burgeoning tiger

population and in the mid 80's the tiger count stood at a healthy 40

plus which unfortunately is not the case anymore due to a number of reasons and

poaching is one of them. One distinct advantage that tourists enjoy

when they decide upon a safari holiday at Ranthambore is that the chances of

sighting tigers at Ranthambore is very high in comparison to other National

Parks because the quintessential Ranthambore tiger doesn't fear human 

beings which is not the case with tigers elsewhere.

Sariska Wildlife

In the days of yore, Sariska used to be

the hunting ground of the Maharaja of Alwar. It was declared as a National

Park in 1955. The park is spread over an area of 479 sq. Kms. and isdivided

into three zones - core, buffer and tourist zone. In 1979, Project Tiger

initiative was launched in Sariska National Park. Sariska NationalPark is

teeming with wildlife and some of the resident species include

sambhar, nilgai, wild cats, wild bear, chital, four horned antelopes and a

variety of deer. The central point of Sariska National Park is the Pandupole

watch tower which is located 22 kms. inside the forest. The Pandupole

area is believed to be an area where the Pandavas took shelter during

their exile. A Hanuman Temple is located near the watch tower.

In Sariska not only can one marvel at the haunting wilderness but one

can also add a bit of culture into one's safari. For instance, there is the

Kankoyari fort, located 20 kms away from Pandupole where Mughal emperor

Aurangzeb had kept his brother Dara Sikho as a captive prisoner. If one goes

further ahead, there is the Nilkantha temple which is believed to be 1,500 year old.