Darshniy sthal
Nathdwara
Nathdwara town is also famous as the Apollo of Mewar. In the town of
Nathdwara, Shrinathji temple is the centre of attraction, but the town
is also famous for its 'pichhwai' paintings, handmade terracottas, ivory
articles and milk-made sweets.During the times of Holi, Diwali and Janmashtmi, people throng in large
numbers. Apart from festivals like Holi and Janmashtmi, Annakutta
(Linked to Krishna lifting Govardhana Hill) is a major festival that is
celebrated in the temple. Nathdwara is known for Pichwais (Large
paintings on cloth depicting legends from the life of Lord Krishna ) and
Haweli music (devotional music, akin to dhrupad singing with
composition meant for various seasons, festivals and sections of the
day).
Nathdwara has a small, but throbbing township around the temple. It is
famous for its 'Pichwai Paintings', with Krishna in the centre of
various raas-lila and is recognised for profuse use of pure gold color.The sequence of eight darshans are set out below.
- Mangala: First darshan of the day. Lord, having woken up, has just had his breakfast and greets his devotees with the most "auspicious" darshan of the day. This darshan usually occurs at dawn.
- Shringar: Having bathed and dressed her little darling, Mother Yashoda allows everyone to adore her baby. After this darshan, the Lord goes out to play with his friends.
- Gval: Having had his mid-morning snack, the Lord is about to go out to heard the cows of Nandaji. Lord is worshipped by reciting His thousand names and the sacred tulsi (basil) leaves are offered with each name.
- Rajbhog: After his mid-day meal, the Lord is resting in the comfort of Nanadalay. Lord is often most regal and resplendent for this darshan. Fresh garlands and lotuses are offered to the Lord. The arti, Lord plays chopat, an ancient board game or version of chess to while away the hot afternoon.
- Utthanpan: Lord has just woken up from his afternoon siesta.
- Bhog: Having had his afternoon snack, the Lord is about to go out to play again.
- Sandhya: As the sun dips over the western horizon, the Lord returns with the herds of Nandaji and the gopies come to see their beloved. Mother Yashoda wards off any evil that may have befalled her darling in the woods of Vraj, by doing an arti and the Lord bathes for the evening meal.
- Shayan: Having had his dinner, the Lord is about to go off to his bed chamber. This is the last public darshan of the day.
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Rajsamand Info
- State: Rajasthan
- Famous for/as: Heritage
Rajsamand Lake
The Rajsamand Lake is one of the most popular natural attractions of
Rajsamand Town, situated on the way to Kumbhalgarh. This lake was built
by Rana Raj Singh in the year 1660. On the southern end of this lake
lies a large marble embankment, known as Nauchowki or the nine
pavilions. This embankment has marble terraces and stone steps touching
the lake and is dotted with five toranas or weighing arches and
chhatris. This place is also considered to be the one where Maharana Raj
Singh and his descendents organized the event of Tuladan.
This lake is also one of the five most popular lakes of Udaipur and is
situated between Rajnagar and Kankroli. It has got its name from the
Rajsamudra Lake in Rajasthan. It is 6.43 km long, 2.81 km wide and 60 ft
deep; and is majorly fed by River...
Kankroli
Kankroli is one of the twin cities of Rajsamand District, mainly known
for its Haveli of Sri Dwarkadhish Prabhu and the Kankroli Temple. The
Kankroli Temple, also known as the 'Temple of Dwarikadheesh', is
dedicated to Lord Krishna and is regarded as one of the most significant
temples of the Vaishnavas and Vallabhacharya sect. This temple was
built by Maharana Raj Singh in 1671 as a replica of the Nathdwara
Shrine.
The Haveli of Sri Dwarkadhish Prabhu in Kankroli is situated on the banks of Rajsamand Lake and is an important site for Pushti Margi Vallabhacharya Vaisnavs. Kankroli is also a commercial hub for being the home to a JK Tyre factory. The place is also famous for its marble mining activities. The famous Haldi Ghati and Chetak Tomb are also situated near this town.
The Haveli of Sri Dwarkadhish Prabhu in Kankroli is situated on the banks of Rajsamand Lake and is an important site for Pushti Margi Vallabhacharya Vaisnavs. Kankroli is also a commercial hub for being the home to a JK Tyre factory. The place is also famous for its marble mining activities. The famous Haldi Ghati and Chetak Tomb are also situated near this town.
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is situated amidst the Aravali Range and is one of the major attractions of Udaipur City. Located in the Kelwada Tehsil of Rajsamand District, the sanctuary surrounds the fort of Kumbhalgarh. It is spread in a total area of 608.57 sq km and is mainly known for its variety of endangered wildlife species and several medicinal herbs. It is also home to the Garasia and Bhil tribals. Apart from the herbs, the sanctuary comprises many other significant flora species like Dhok, Salar, Khair and Churel, while its main fauna species include leopards, sloth bears, hyenas, jackals, jungle cats, sambhar, nilgai, chaisingh, chinkara and hare. This wildlife park also has a wide variety of birds like peacocks, doves, grey pigeons, bulbul, grey jungle fowl, red...Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Rajasthanis India's largest state, located on its
north-western border with Pakistan. It is surrounded by the states of
Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab.
Rajasthan is bisected by the Aravalli hills, dividing it into two
distinct landscapes. On the west is Rajasthan's unique feature, the Thar
Desert an area of sand, scrub and thorn. The other is the region to the
east of the Aravallis, which is more rain fed and hospitable.
The culture of Rajasthan is defined by the Rajputana kingdoms that ruled it for centuries; the word Rajput meaning sons of royalty. The Thar Desert region saw the Desert Kingdoms of Marwar (modern Jodhpur), Jaisalmer, and Bikaner. The east saw the kingdoms of Mewar (modern Chittor and Udaipur), Amber (modern Amber and Jaipur), and Hadoti (modern Bundi, Kota and Jhalawar) among many others. As a result, Rajasthan has a larger concentration of forts, palaces, and royal riches than any other place in India. This is the reason why tourism is a primary pillar of the economy; apart from agriculture and cattle rearing. Several palaces or abandoned fortresses have been converted to Heritage Hotels to attract visitors and provide an income for the erstwhile princes.
Ajmer
Ajmer Info
- State: Rajasthan
- Famous for/as: Heritage
- Altitude: 486 m
- Pincode: 305001
- District: Ajmer
- Language: Hindi
- STD code: 0145
- Weather: Summer 26 to 41°C, Winter 3 to 32°C
1. Taragarh
Taragarh
Taragarh
Taragarh Fort is located atop the Nagpahari Hill in Ajmer. Often
considered as the first hill fort of Asia, it is also known as the 'Fort
of Ajmer'. It was constructed at a time when the Aravalli mountain
ranges were above the snowlines.
Built by King Ajaypal Chauhan on the pinnacle of Taragarh Hill,
overlooking Ajmer, it has the reputation of being one of the oldest hill
forts of the world. It is often called as the 'Star Fort', dating
back from the 12th century.
Situated 3 km and a steep 1.5 hours climb beyond the Adhai-din ka
Jhonpra Mosque, the fort offers an aerial view of the entire city. Built
in the year 1100 A.D by Ajaypal Chauhan, the town's founder, the fort
was the site of military activities during Mughal times.
Lakshmi Pol, Phuta Darwaza and Gagudi ki Phatak are the three gateways
of the fort. Bhim Burj that acts as a crenellation and support for the
canons is amongst the highlights of the fort. The fort also contains
many reservoirs, carved out of the solid rock.
2. Kishangarh
Kishangarh, a town situated at a distance of about 27 km from Ajmer, is
famous for its creative history and patronage. Popularly known as the
centre for artistic tradition, Kishangarh is home to the Kishangarh
school of Miniature Paintings that was established by Maharaja Satwant
Singh.
Some of the finest miniature paintings of the country were created in
Kishangarh. The most famous miniatures that were painted in Kishangarh
are that of Bani-Thani, an 18th century courtesan. Most of the
Kishangarh artists used her as a model. Souvenirs of these miniature
paintings are available in Kishangarh.
Known also as Asia’s biggest marble market, Kishangarh has more than
10000 outlets dealing with marble products.
One can also visit the massive Roopangarh Fort that was built in 1649 by
Maharaja...
3.Archaeological Museum
Archaeological Museum was established in 1949. Located in the
Dil-e-Aaram Gardens of Ajmer, the museum is divided into three sections.
Comprising a collection of sculptures and some excavated material of
earlier civilisations, the museum features two 'Yupa Pillars'
(sacrificial posts). These are adorned with inscriptions from Barnala as
well as Prathihara sculptures of the 8th century and terracotta
belonging to early historical periods.
Once situated in the ancient capital of Jaipur, the museum is home to
the dug up material from Rairh, Bairat, Sambhar, Nagar and other
destinations. In addition to this, sculptures and inscriptions gathered
from various sights in the former Jaipur State that were housed at
Vidyadhar Gardens are also showcased in the museum....
4.Dargah Sharif
Dargah Sharif, venerated by both Hindus and Muslims is the tomb of
Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chishti. He was a Sufi saint who came from Persia and
devoted his life to the service and welfare of the poor and
downtrodden. Constructed in several stages, the gate with silver doors
forms the entrance of the site. The actual tomb of the saint is
enveloped by a silver railing and a marble screen. This has been made of
marble and a gold plated dome.
In his remembrance, every year 'Urs' is held in this region for six days. The duration has religious significance, owing to the belief that when he was 114 years old, the saint locked himself in a room for six days to pray, and left his mortal body in solitude.
It is believed that the cauldrons were offered by Emperor Akbar when the saint blessed him with a heir to his throne. Located at the foot of a small and barren hill in Ajmer, the tomb was built by Humayun. Constructed with white marble, the tomb has 11 arches and a Persian inscription.
In his remembrance, every year 'Urs' is held in this region for six days. The duration has religious significance, owing to the belief that when he was 114 years old, the saint locked himself in a room for six days to pray, and left his mortal body in solitude.
It is believed that the cauldrons were offered by Emperor Akbar when the saint blessed him with a heir to his throne. Located at the foot of a small and barren hill in Ajmer, the tomb was built by Humayun. Constructed with white marble, the tomb has 11 arches and a Persian inscription.
5.Pushkar Lake snapshot
Pushkar Lake, considered to be sacred is said to cleanse sins and cure
skin diseases with a dip. It is located in the town of Pushkar in Ajmer
district and is the sacred lake of the Hindus. Historical significance
of the lake is evident from the fact that it finds it’s mention on coins
as early as the 4th century BC. Surrounded by 52 bathing ghats, the
lake has been described by Hindu scriptures as 'Tirtha-Raj', meaning
'the king of pilgrimage sights'.
It is considered sacred, owing to it’s relation with a water-body and
the mythology of the creator-god Brahma, whose most prominent temple
stands in Pushkar. Known as 'Naga Parbat', Aravalli range of hills
separate the lake from the city of Ajmer.
Formed between the two parallel ranges of the Aravalli hills, the valley
runs south-west to north-east. The artificial Pushkar Lake lies at a
distance of 14 km to the north-west of Ajmer.
6.Brahma Temple
Brahma Temple lies nestled in the Pushkar valley. Situated beyond Naga
Parbat and the Ana Sagar Lake, the site is considered extremely
sacrosanct. It’s stature stems from the belief that Lord Brahma,
together with all the gods and goddesses performed a Yagna at this site.
Folklore legends also point to the belief that the ancient lake had
appeared miraculously when a lotus fell from the hands of Lord Brahma
and dropped into the valley.
Built with marble, the temple has been embellished with silver coins.
The temple also contains a silver turtle on it’s floor. Located close to
the sacred Pushkar Lake, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu
creator-god Lord Brahma. Dating back to the 14th century, the temple has
a red pinnacle (shikhara) and a hamsa bird motif.
7.Rani Mahal
8. Ana Sagar Lake
The Daulat Bagh Gardens,located in the area of the lake were built by Jehangir. A dam across the river Luni, the lake is surrounded by beautiful parks and marble pavilions. An island lies in the middle of the lake. To beautify the lake, additional constructions were made by the Mughal emperors.
On a hill near the lake is located a Circuit House that used to be the British Residency. From the east side of the Dault Bagh Gardens, tourists can hire boat or water scooter to reach the island. Every summer, the lake gets dry.
9.Foy Sagar Lake
Another artificial lake, Foy Sagar Lake was built and supervised
by Mr. Foy, a British architect. Since its construction in 1891 the Foy
Sagar is a pictorial and important source of water, especially portable.
This magnificent lake amazes the onlookers with its real natural
beauty. This artificial lake was a part of drought relief project. Due
to its unique flat shape it looks like a pancake. Today it is a
beautiful picnic spot popular with locals and tourists alike.
10.Savitri Temple
Savitri Temple is located on the hill behind the Brahma Temple.
Dedicated to Goddess Savitri, Lord Brahma's first wife, the temple
offers an aerial view of the lake and surrounding sand dunes. Legend
behind the construction of the temple states that when Lord Brahma was
all set to start a Yagna on earth in the place of Pushkar (determined by
dropping a lotus flower), Savitri's presence was prerequisite.
Since She had kept Him waiting, He got angry, and married Gayatri, the milkmaid, to start the Yagna at the auspicious moment. Owing to this, an infuriated Savitri cursed that Lord Brahma would not be worshipped anywhere else, but Pushkar. Located on the Ratnagiri Hill, the temple is believed to be the resting place of Savitri, where She had stayed awhile, after being infuriated with Brahma.
Inside the temple,a beautiful statue of Goddess Savitri has been established. To reach the temple, tourists need to climb a long series of steps.
Since She had kept Him waiting, He got angry, and married Gayatri, the milkmaid, to start the Yagna at the auspicious moment. Owing to this, an infuriated Savitri cursed that Lord Brahma would not be worshipped anywhere else, but Pushkar. Located on the Ratnagiri Hill, the temple is believed to be the resting place of Savitri, where She had stayed awhile, after being infuriated with Brahma.
Inside the temple,a beautiful statue of Goddess Savitri has been established. To reach the temple, tourists need to climb a long series of steps.
11.Bhagchand Ki Kothi
Bhagchand ki Kothi is a popular heritage hotel in Ajmer. Located on
Budha Pushkar Road, this hotel is well-known for its traditional
architecture as well as its colonial touch.
Built in 1887 by Sir Rai Bahadur Bhagchand Soni for his own personal
use, this mansion has now been converted into a deluxe palace hotel
known as Merwara Palace. Though some of the old charm of the building
has been retained, the interiors have been revamped to international
standards to accommodate guests.
This hotel has around 36 well maintained deluxe rooms and 9 exclusive
suites.
Bikaner
State: Rajasthan
- Famous for/as: Desert
Situated in the north-west
part of Rajasthan, Bikaner is a desert town in the middle of the Thar
Desert. The town is known for its rich Rajput culture and has some of
the most beautiful palaces and richly sculptured temples of red and
yellow sand stones. Tourists from all across visit Bikaner to get a feel
of the desert and the culture and lifestyle of the people here. October
to March is the best time to visit this town.
Like
any other desert town, the city experiences extreme weather with very
hot summers and chilly winters. During the summer months, the days are
extremely hot, although the nights become pleasant. Many of the holiday
resorts and luxury hotels in Bikaner organise camel safaris, jeep
safaris, night safaris and desert camps which allows tourists to get a
taste of life in the desert.
Bikaner is known
for its beautiful palaces and forts. The Junagarh Fort, built during the
reign of Raja Rai Singh, is the most famous fort in Bikaner and is a
tribute to the Rajput style of architecture.
The
Laxmi Niwas Palace which is the former residential palace of the king,
Lallgarh Palace, Gajner Palace are some of the other palaces in Bikaner
which add to the beauty of the town and gives it a feel of the Rajput
heritage.
Bikaner is home to some beautiful
temples and there are around 27 Jain Temples in the place. One unique
temple in Bikaner is the Karni Mata Temple; popularly known as the ‘rat
temple’. The temple is home to thousands of rats which seem to be
everywhere and are considered holy by the devotees who come to offer
their prayers.
The Karni Mata Fair, in honour
of Karni Mata, who was an ascetic, is held twice a year – March/April
and October/November. It is held at Deshnok, near Nokha which is almost
60 km from Bikaner. The next fair will be held during Navratras, for 10
days, from Chaitra Shukla Ekam to Chaitra Shukla Dashmi of the Hindu
lunar calendar.
Though Karni Mata was an
ascetic she is worshipped as a deity by her followers who include the
Charans and the royal family of Bikaner. Inside the temple there is an
image of Karni Mata which is decorated with garlands and tiaras. When
Rajput children get their first haircut, it is offered to the deity to
seek her blessings. The temple is open from 4:00 am when priests perform
‘aarti’ and give ‘bhog’ as offerings.
Being a
popular tourist destination, there are many fairs and festivities that
are organised keeping in mind the tourists. One of the popular festivals
held here every January is the Camel Festival. During this festival,
hordes of camels are brought out and are decorated in the most colourful
way possible. Thousands of people throng this place to be a part of the
festivities which include camel racing, dances by camels and bumpy
camel rides.
To view and purchase Rajasthani
handicrafts and artefacts, jewellery and fabrics, a trip to the market
area is the best option as there are many stalls selling indigenous
products and souvenirs. The cuisine here is essentially vegetarian and
the town is known for a wide range of traditional Rajasthani vegetarian
dishes and sweets.
1.Jain Temple
Jain Temple is one of the beautiful shrines in Bikaner, which is dedicated to the 5th tirthankar of the Jains, Shri Sumatinathji.It was constructed in the 15th century. The ancient shrine is believed to have been constructed in the 15th century and is frequented by Jain devotees.
The Jain temple is beautifully constructed using sandstone and white marble. Religious carvings, leaf paintings, fresco and beautiful mirror work on the shrine are the highlights of the s
2.Junagarh
Junagarh Fort is one of the famous testaments of Bikaner. that draws
attention of tourists. The fort was constructed during the period of
1588 to 1593 by Raja Raj Singh, General of the Army of Mughal emperor,
Akbar. Famous for it’s massive structure and architectural designs, the
fort is spread over a sprawling area that is bounded by 986 metres long
wall.
The fort comprises 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. Unlike other forts, this fort was not built on an elevated platform but at a ground level. Among the noteworthy attractions within the Junagarh Fort include, Anup Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal, Badal Mahal, Diwan-e-Khas, Dungar Mahal, Ganga Mahal and Rang Mahal.
The fort also has a Har Mandir that was used by the royal family to worship their God and Goddesses. Courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows built with red sandstone and marble are the other attractions of the fort.
The fort comprises 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. Unlike other forts, this fort was not built on an elevated platform but at a ground level. Among the noteworthy attractions within the Junagarh Fort include, Anup Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal, Badal Mahal, Diwan-e-Khas, Dungar Mahal, Ganga Mahal and Rang Mahal.
The fort also has a Har Mandir that was used by the royal family to worship their God and Goddesses. Courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows built with red sandstone and marble are the other attractions of the fort.
3.Karni Mata Temple
Karni Mata Temple at Deshnoke is a renowned centre for rat worship. The
600 years old temple is home to thousands of black, grey and white rats
or Kaba. An image of Karni Mata, a manifestation of Goddess Durga, is
depicted holding trident in her hand. It is believed the Goddess Durga
lived at this place during 14th century and performed miracles.As per folklore, feeding rats at this temple brings good fortune. According to the belief of followers, the rats would reincarnate as holy men.
The temple is carved from stones and marble, which features silver gates, built by Maharaja Ganga Singh, and an overhead mesh that protect rats from birds. The silver doors depict the various legends associated with the goddess.
4.Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary
Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular site in Bikaner among wildlife
enthusiasts. The reserve was a royal hunting ground in yesteryears for
Maharaja of Bikaner. Besides, the beautiful reserve in the lake draws
attention of the tourists.
To escape from the heat of summers, Tthe site is flocked by several species of wild animals, reptiles and birds. Along with this, Imperial Sand Grouse flocks the place during winters. To the delight of wildlife enthusiasts, Sspecies such as Wildfowls, Deer, Antelope, Nilgai, Chinkara, Black Buck, Desert Foxes and Wild Boars can be spotted at the reserve
To escape from the heat of summers, Tthe site is flocked by several species of wild animals, reptiles and birds. Along with this, Imperial Sand Grouse flocks the place during winters. To the delight of wildlife enthusiasts, Sspecies such as Wildfowls, Deer, Antelope, Nilgai, Chinkara, Black Buck, Desert Foxes and Wild Boars can be spotted at the reserve
5.Gajner Palace
Gajner Palace
Gajner Palace is among the chief sightseeing attractions of Bikaner,
located on the embankment of a lake. The palace was built by erstwhile
ruler of the Bikaner territory, Maharaja Ganga Singh Ji. Gajner Palace
was a hunting and retreating lodge during ancient times. where the King
of Bikaner and royal family shared their passion for hunting with the
guests.
A holiday palace of yesteryears, built in red sandstone, is a perfect illustration of craftsmanship. Intricately carved pillars, jharokhas and screens are the major attractions of the palace.
Situated in the midst of a thick forest, tourists can sight migratory birds like Imperial Sand Goose, Antelopes and Black Bucks along with Nilgais, Chinkaras, Blue Bull and Deer can be sighted.
A holiday palace of yesteryears, built in red sandstone, is a perfect illustration of craftsmanship. Intricately carved pillars, jharokhas and screens are the major attractions of the palace.
Situated in the midst of a thick forest, tourists can sight migratory birds like Imperial Sand Goose, Antelopes and Black Bucks along with Nilgais, Chinkaras, Blue Bull and Deer can be sighted.
6.Camel Breeding Farm
Spread over an area of 2,000 acres of semi arid land, the centre is engaged in breeding and training of camels. Along with breeding and training, Tthe centre also conducts research and experiment on the camels. In yesteryears, the centre as well as trained and tamed camels for fighting.
8.Lalgarh Palace
This architectural testament was designed by Sir Swinton Jacob and is famous for it’s craftsmanship. Chief attractions of the historic monument are the latticework and filigree work in sandstone. The architectural works are the combination of Rajput, Mughal and European style of architecture.
Overhanging balconies and delicate latticework of the palace draw the attention of tourists. Apart from this, the gardens with dancing peacocks and bougainvillea are the other attractions at theattract visitors to the Lalgarh Palace. The fort is situated at a distance of 3 kmilometres from the city centre and can be reached conveniently. with the availability of public transportation.
Timing: 10 am - 5 pm
Entrance Fees: INR 10 (Indian Nationals)
INR 20 (Foreigners)
9.Prachina Museum
Prachina Museum is one of the chief repositories of ancient articles and
historical artefacts. Situated within Junagarh Fort, Tthe museum was
established in 2000 by Siddhi Kumari, daughter of Late Maharaja Narendra
Singh Ji of Bikaner. There are several sections in the gallery housing a
rich collection of royal costumes, religious accessories and textiles.
Besides, the cultural centre also portrays crafts, articles and
artefacts belonging to the ancient era.
The museum also has the traditional ladies' ensemble called Poshaks., which are the last remnants of the traditional designing style of Rajputana Kingdom. Family portraits of the former rulers of Bikaner are also displayed in the museum.
Timing: 9 am - 6 pm
The economy of the district largely depends on the tourism industry which has grown rapidly due to the tremendous efforts of Rajasthan tourism. Oil and gas reserves have also been discovered by Oil India Limited in 1988.
The Jaisalmer Fort is located in the heart of the city and is known for
its miniatures, architecture and bazaars. This fort was built in 1156 by
a Bhati Rajput ruler Jaisal, atop the Trikura hill. About a quarter of
the population of Jaisalmer live inside this fort.
The fort is also called the Sonar Quila and is regarded as 'The Pride of Jaisalmer'. The 250 feet tall fort is protected by a 30 feet tall wall surrounding it on all sides. This fort comprises 99 bastions, out of which 92 were built between 1633 and 1647.
There are numerous wells inside the fort that are a regular source of water for residents. This fort is a perfect fusion of Islamic and Rajput architectural styles. Tourists visiting this fort can see Akshya Pol, Hawa Pol, Suraj Pol and Ganesh Pol, which are the gateways of the fort.
Visitors can take an auto rickshaw or rickshaw to reach this fort.
Timing: 9 am - 5 pm
The Jain Temples are one of the oldest temples in Jaisalmer, which are
situated inside the Jaisalmer Fort complex. These temples have
archaeological and religious significance attached to them. The group of
temples in the fort were built between 12th and 15th centuries. These
Jain Temples are dedicated to different Jain Tirthankars.
The temples are dedicated to Shambhavdevji and Rikhabdevji, who were famous Jain Tirthankars. All these temples are famous for their Dilwara style paintings and architecture.
There are beautiful animal and human figures on the walls of these temples. These temples are situated in the same complex as the Astapadhi Temples, which have a similar architecture and construction.
This complex also has a Gyan Bhandar Library which is the best place to get rare manuscripts in India. Travellers can take a rickshaw or shared auto rickshaw inside the fort for visiting these temples.
Timing: Open till 12 noon
The museum also has the traditional ladies' ensemble called Poshaks., which are the last remnants of the traditional designing style of Rajputana Kingdom. Family portraits of the former rulers of Bikaner are also displayed in the museum.
Timing: 9 am - 6 pm
Jaisalmer Info
- State: Rajasthan
- Famous for/as: Desert
- Altitude: 225 m
- Pincode: 345001
- District: Jaisalmer
- Language: Hindi
- STD code: 02992
- Weather: Summer 25 to 42°C, Winter 7 to 24°C
The economy of the district largely depends on the tourism industry which has grown rapidly due to the tremendous efforts of Rajasthan tourism. Oil and gas reserves have also been discovered by Oil India Limited in 1988.
1. Jaisalmer Fort
The fort is also called the Sonar Quila and is regarded as 'The Pride of Jaisalmer'. The 250 feet tall fort is protected by a 30 feet tall wall surrounding it on all sides. This fort comprises 99 bastions, out of which 92 were built between 1633 and 1647.
There are numerous wells inside the fort that are a regular source of water for residents. This fort is a perfect fusion of Islamic and Rajput architectural styles. Tourists visiting this fort can see Akshya Pol, Hawa Pol, Suraj Pol and Ganesh Pol, which are the gateways of the fort.
Visitors can take an auto rickshaw or rickshaw to reach this fort.
Timing: 9 am - 5 pm
2.Jain Temples
The temples are dedicated to Shambhavdevji and Rikhabdevji, who were famous Jain Tirthankars. All these temples are famous for their Dilwara style paintings and architecture.
There are beautiful animal and human figures on the walls of these temples. These temples are situated in the same complex as the Astapadhi Temples, which have a similar architecture and construction.
This complex also has a Gyan Bhandar Library which is the best place to get rare manuscripts in India. Travellers can take a rickshaw or shared auto rickshaw inside the fort for visiting these temples.
Timing: Open till 12 noon
3. Desert National Park
The ecosystem of this park supports birdlife in abundance and thus, tourists can find a variety of resident and migratory birds living in this park. Some of these birds include harriers, buzzards, spotted eagles and short-toed eagles. The park is also inhabited by tawny eagles, vultures, kestrel, lager falcons and sand grouse near small lakes or ponds.
Desert National Park is home to the endangered species of the great Indian Bustard, which migrates locally in different seasons. Moreover, there are many lakes inside the national park including Rajbaugh Lake, Milak Lake and Padam Talao Lake.
Apart from these lakes, the common vegetation seen in the park are palm trees, dhok and ronj. Some of the fossils of plants and animals found in the park are around 180 million years old.
Tourists can visit this national park between November and January.
4. Bada Bagh
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of Persian descent, Although it is not known for
sure who planned the Taj, the name of an Indian architect of Persian
descent, Ustad Ahmad Lahori, has been cited in many sources. As soon as
construction began in 1630, masons, craftsmen, sculptors, and
calligraphers were summoned from Persia, the Ottoman Empire, and Europe
to work on the masterpiece. The site was chosen near the Capital, Agra
on the southwest bank of the River Yamuna. The architectural complex is
comprised of five main elements: the Darwaza or main gateway, the
Bageecha or garden, the Masjid or mosque, the Naqqar Khana or rest
house, and the Rauza or the Taj Mahal mausoleum. The actual Tomb is
situated inside the Taj.
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