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Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Rajasthan

Jaisalmer

✓ Last verified Oct 2026

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A living sandstone fort and dune camps in the Thar desert.

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Overview

Jaisalmer is a golden sandstone city in the Thar desert. Its fort is still inhabited, and the nearby Sam and Khuri dunes offer camel safaris and desert camps. Winter nights are cold; summer days are extremely hot.

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● best time · ◐ okay · ✕ best avoided (May–Jul)

How to reach

  • By rail

    Overnight from Delhi/Jaipur

    Jaisalmer has trains from Jodhpur, Delhi and Jaipur; the Jaisalmer–Delhi overnight train is popular.

  • By road

    5 h from Jodhpur

    Jodhpur is about 280 km away (5 hours).

Where to stay

  • Inside or near the fort

    ₹1,200–6,000 / night

    Atmospheric but with water and waste concerns; choose carefully.

  • Desert camps at Sam or Khuri

    ₹2,500–15,000 / night

    Tents and cultural evenings; quality varies, so read recent reviews.

Things to do

  • Jaisalmer Fort

    2–3 h

    Walk the lanes, temples and cafés inside the fort.

  • Patwon Ki Haveli

    1 h

    Merchant mansions with carved facades.

  • Camel safari at Sam dunes

    Half day or overnight

    Sunset ride and a night in a camp.

  • Kuldhara village

    1–2 h

    Abandoned old village near the city.

Food

  • Ker sangri and bajra roti

    ₹200–600 / person

    Desert vegetable dishes and millet breads.

Safety & permits

Safety notes

Desert nights are cold in winter; pack warm layers. Pick desert camps with clear safety records and avoid heavily crowded dune areas. Carry water and sun protection.

Phone network & ATMs

Good in the city; weak in the dunes.

Places in Jaisalmer

Sights

  • Jaisalmer Fort

    Living fort of golden sandstone.

  • Patwon Ki Haveli

    Cluster of ornately carved merchant havelis.

Activities

  • Sam Sand Dunes

    Dune field known for sunset camel rides.

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