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Rising out of the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer. No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the most picturesque dunes of SAM. The ripples of the wind caressed dunes, that create an enchanting mirage, are surely a delight for the trigger happy photographer. Various cultural programme are organized against the backdrops of these fascinating sand dunes. Exciting camel safaris allow you to get the feel of the desert on the camels back.
It was not cold in Jaisalmer in Jan-Feb. At night in the hotel we were fine with hotel blankets, and during the day we walked around in summer clothes. At night in the desert on our safari it got quite cold though. But as we had our down sleeping bags from Nepal and the extra blankets the safari people gave us, we were fine. People who don't have sleeping bags often complain of being cold at night on the desert safaris, though.
Jaisalmer, India’s westernmost town, seems at first glance to be caught in a time warp. Dominated by one of India’s most impressive forts- which is, incidentally, home to a quarter of the town’s population- Jaisalmer is a city of cobbled streets, medieval architecture- and the desert. Golden sand dunes surround Jaisalmer, and this is where the camel reigns supreme- if you can call it that. Further on fromJaisalmer, the camel safari wends its way to the village of Ludharva, which is dominated by a Jain temple.
Jaisalmer is great too, it's well worth staying a few days to explore this desert fortress city. The Fort is wonderful, and lots of fun to stay in with its narrow, cobble-stoned streets and ancient buildings. Outside is some amazing architecture to explore down the narrow side streets too, especially the havelis. I also recommend the annual Desert Festival (in early Feb in 1998) if you are there at the right time like we happened to be. Sure its touristy, but lots of fun, and they really look after foreign tourists. The best part is the wonderful Indian music and dancing shows on each night, fantastic!
Duration : Three Days
Camel Safari : One Night / Two Days
Area : Western Rajasthan
Best Season : October to March
Weather : Warm Sunny days and cold nights.
Focus : Camel Safari in the interiors of Desert region
Grading : Moderate
SUGGESTED PROGRAM :
DAY 1 - ARRIVE JAISALMER
Arrive at the Desert City of Jaisalmer. It is a city of architectural dreams in the lonely silence of the desert. We explore the Patwon ki Haveli, Nathumalji ki Haveli and Salim Singhji ki Haveli. These are some of the beautiful mansions of the city.
Evening witness the dance and music show at your hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
DAY 2 - CAMEL SAFARI TO LUDARWA
Morning after breakfast start on your camels from Hotel and stop over in Badabagh (6 Kms.). Badabagh is the place of cremation ground of the Royal family, which dates back to the 12th. Century. The pyramidal once are the oldest and they are in Rajput style. The spherical ones are later built and they are in Mughal style. There is an artificial seasonal lake, which was built by Maharawal Jait Singh in the 15th. Century with a garden on its bank.
Later after the visit we continue on to Ram Kunda (6 Kms.). Ramkunda is on the bank of the bank of the river Kak which is a mythical river. Locals believe that the water of the river has miraculous healing effects. On its bank are two temples. We will stop here for lunch and after Lunch we will continue on our safari to reach Ludarwa. Overnight in tents. (Safari - 17 Kms.)
DAY 3 - CAMEL SAFARI TO JAISALMER
Ludarwa, the capital of the Bhati Rajput from 8th. Century to 12th. Century before which Lord Rajputs were ruling Ludarwa. They came to Ludarwa in 8th. Century from Deorwal which is now in Pakistan. According to the available history the Jain Temple here dates back to start of BC era. There is a tree at the compound of the temple, which is made up of eight metals and was built in the 18th. Century.
Later after the visit to the temple we visit Moolsagar. Maharawal Mool Rajji in the 15th built
Moolsagar. Century and today it is more a picnic place for the locals. On the side of the Moolsagar is a very deep well which is used by the locals to draw water with the help of camels for irrigation purpose. The camel hide bucket and the indigenous method used for drawing water is attraction for us. On the walls of the well are carved images of Hindu gods.
After the visit we ride the camels all the way back to our hotel in Jaisalmer. (Safari - 17 Kms.)
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