padharo to the golden city:-
Presented By :- Umesh Kookani.
 THE
FORT WAS BUILT BY BHATI RAJPUT RULER
MAHARAWAL RAO JAISAL IN THE 1156 A.D.
 AS
A RESULT THE CITY HAS BEEN NAMED AS
JAISALMER.
Features of Jaisalmer fort
Cultural Festival: Ganguar
Gangaur is the colourful and the one of the most important festivals of people of Rajasthan
and is observed throughout the state with great fervour and devotion by womenfolk who
 It isGauri,
the celebration
ofof
spring,
harvestduring
and marital
fidelity.
worship
the consort
Lord Shiva
the month
of March–April.
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The unmarried women worship her for being blessed good husband, while married
women do so for the welfare, health and long life of their husbands and happy married
life.
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The Current King of Jaisalmer MAHAWRAWAL BRIJ RAJ SINGH himself participate
in this festival along with people with a Gangaur Mata Idol
Gadisar Lake:
GadiSar is a rain water conservation lake built by
Maharawal Gadsi in 14th century. It was once the main source
of drinking water for the entire town of Jaisalmer.
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Now a tourist spot, there are many small temples and shrines
around it. A wide variety of water birds can be seen here
especially in winter.
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This is the most popular point to take photographs
of Jaisalmer Fort early in the morning when the fort looks
golden with the first rays of the Sun.
Havelis:There are 3 havelis in Jaisalmer ,
 Patwon Ki haveli,
 Nathmal ki haveli,
 Salam Singh ki Haveli.(Oldest of All)
Word haveli originated in Persia which means an
Enclosed Place.
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Sam Sand Dunes:Also Known as THAR DESERT
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In the outskirts of Jaisalmer, 42 K.M. from the main town
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Its is Famous for Sand, sands and only sands.
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There is no point coming to the Thar Desert if you don't go for the Desert Safari. That is why Sam
sand dunes are becoming the major attraction in Jaisalmer.
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The best way to get here, of course, is on camelback.
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In the month of February/March, this whole place turns into a cultural hub. The desert festival
organized amid these dunes is the showcase of Rajasthani culture as a whole.
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Open-air cultural extravaganzas, puppet shows, folk dance performances, camel races, competitions and
general festivities mark this annual event that is held with great pomp and show at the Sam Sand dunes
in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
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It is also famous for its SUNSET POINT , sunset point cannot be looked as beautiful as it could from
here.
Famous tourist Places:
JAISALMER IS ALSO KNOWN AS THE LAND OF TOURIST. TOURISTS FROM ALL
OVER THE WORLD VISIT HERE.
 PLACES YOU CAN’T MISS TO VISIT IN JAISALMER ARE :
1.
GADISAR LAKE
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2.
FORT PALACE MUSEUM( PLACE WHERE YOU CAN GET WHOLE INFORMATION
ABOUT JAISALMER)
3.
LAKSMINATHJI TEMPLE (DOORS OF WHICH ARE MADE OF GOLD AND SILVER)
4.
JAIN TEMPLES (CARVINGS OF WHOLE TEMPLE ARE DONE WITH A SINGLE
STONE.
5.
SAM SAN DUNES (FAMOUS FOR CAMEL SAFARI, SUNSET POINT ETC.)
6.
FORT OF JAISALMER.
7.
TANOT MATA TEMPLE , 120KM NORTH WEST OF JAISALMER CITY ( TEMPLE
WHICH HAS BEEN HIGHLIGHTED IN BOLLYWOOD FILM “BORDER”, LIVE
BOMBS WHICH WERE THROWN BY THE PAKISTAN ARMY ARE STILL INTACT
AND STORED IN A GLASS BOX WHICH IS WORTH WATCHING.)
Pics of Famous Places to visit:
Occupation:

There is no such major occupation, but people
here in mainly indulge in Hotel Industry and
Guiding., as these two are the major source of
income.
Famous Food & Desserts:
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Do not miss to give your stomach the below cuisines :
Chaana Chawal.
Daal Baati Churma.
Ker Sangri ki Sabji
Gatte Ki Sabji
Ghotwa(Desserts)
Padharo Mhare Desh:
KING OF JAISALMER-MAHARAWAL BRIJ RAJ SINGH
So if you are looking out for a Vacation with your family or
friends , this heaven would be the Idol Place for spending an
unforgettable time. Ideal time to visit is anytime between
Feb-April.
 So pack your bags and make yourself ready.
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Khamma ghani (namaste)
THANK YOU
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Umesh Kookani :- Team Netherlands