Jaisalmer is a small city in Rajasthan. It is situated between the Thar Desert, giving this city a stunning, gold-like appearance. This city is infused with the immense beauty of sandstone architecture built by the kings of Rajasthan. It has been embracing the likelihood of Rajasthan for centuries. Rajasthan is filled with its traditional and cultural essence in every way possible, in their foods, clothes, and even the gorgeously crafted forts and havelis, which can also be seen throughout the city.

For people living outside Rajasthan, it is essential to know the places to visit in Jaisalmer that will make your tour comfortable and hassle-free. Jaisalmer is the 3^rd largest district in Rajasthan, becoming a tourist attraction for large groups. Here is the list of places that you can visit in Jaisalmer.

Jaisalmer Fort:

One of the most important things to do in Jaisalmer is to visit the magnificent Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila or the Golden Fort. It got its name after the gold-like appearance of the yellow sandstones that it is built with. Not only that, but this fort is still home to many families living there. Several small shops sell traditional Rajasthani handicrafts and jewelry inside the fort walls. There is also a rooftop café where you can get a majestic view of the city. In Fort Walls, there is also a Laxminath Temple, which is a must-visit place for its stunning architecture from Rajasthan’s history.

Desert Experience:

As this place is surrounded by desert, two famous deserts are the Sam Sand Dunes & Khuri Sand Dunes. These areas are famous for providing adventure and relaxation while connecting you with the Rajasthani culture. It offers you an overnight luxury camp stay with an open-sky dining experience. You can also go for camel or jeep rides to get a tour of this incredible desert. You will be able to enjoy delicious Rajasthani cuisines like Dal Baati Churma, Kher Sangri, etc.

Patwon Ki Haveli:

If you are planning to visit Jaisalmer, Patwon Ki Haveli should definitely be on your list. This haveli is decorated with the intricate carvings in stone reflecting the artistic excellence of Rajasthan. This haveli also gives a glimpse of the royalty of the kings of Rajasthan.

Gadisar Lake:

The most peaceful place in Jaisalmer is the Gadisar Lake, which is a beautiful manmade lake constructed in the 12^th century by Raja Rawal Jaisal. This lake is surrounded by temples, ghats, and shrines filled with different stories of Rajasthan’s past. This place also provides you with rental paddles or rowboats to enjoy the warmth of the sky. Here you can see migratory birds flying through the lake.

  Kuldhara village:

If you are looking for some mysterious and historical places, this village is the right place for you. This village was once home to Paliwal Brahmins, but one day, the total population of this village disappeared. After that, it is considered a haunted place, but the ruins of beautiful stone houses of the past remain.

Shri Tanot Mata Temple:

This temple is situated on the Indo-Pakistani border, making it an interesting place to visit. This place has been lying for decades and is protected by the BSF. This temple is a symbol of faith and resilience among the soldiers and locals. There are other temples also in Jaisalmer that you can visit, like Chundhi Ganesh Mandir, Shree Swangiya Mata Mandir, Chandhraprabhi Jain Temple, and Lodarwa Parshan Jain Temple, which you can visit.

Shops in Jaisalmer:

Any trip is incomplete without a souvenir that you can carry with you as a remembrance of this trip. Jaisalmer’s local shops have all the things you need for that. The famous shopping areas in Jaisalmer are Sadar Bazaar, Bhatia Bazaar, and Manak Chawk. These places give you all kinds of traditional jewelry, carpets, clothes, and colorful handicrafts. This market is also famous for its leather and wooden goods, and not only that, but also souvenirs made of camel bone, which are a speciality of Rajasthan.