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Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

Jaisalmer travel guide

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A golden fort city and gateway to the Thar Desert. The best time to visit Jaisalmer is February, March, November and December. A mid-range trip runs roughly $130/person/day before flights.

Best time
February, March, November
Ideal length
3 days
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Best time to visit Jaisalmer

The best time to visit Jaisalmer is February, March, November and December. Here's the average temperature through the year:

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Top things to do in Jaisalmer

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Culture & sights

Kingdom of Jaisalmer
Kingdom of Jaisalmer
The Kingdom of Jaisalmer was a kingdom in the far-western part of present-day Rajasthan, India, from the mid-12th century CE until 1947. In 1156 CE, Rawal Jaisal moved his capital
~$5 · 1.5h
Jaisalmer Assembly constituency
Jaisalmer Assembly constituency
Jaisalmer Assembly constituency is one of the 200 Legislative Assembly constituencies of Rajasthan state in India. It is part of Jaisalmer district.
~$5 · 1.5h
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples is a group of seven Śvetāmbara Jain temples inside Jaisalmer Fort in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is a World Heritage Site of UNESCO as part of Hil
~$18 · 2h
Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer Fort is situated in the city of Jaisalmer, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is one of the very few "living forts" in the world, as nearly one fourth of the old city's
~$18 · 2h

Nature & outdoors

Jaisalmer Wind Park
Jaisalmer Wind Park
The Jaisalmer Wind Park is India's second largest and globally the fifth-largest operational onshore wind farm. This project is located in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, Western In
Free · 2h
Gadisar Lake
Gadisar Lake
Gadisar Lake is an artificial lake in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. It was built by the founder of Jaisalmer, Rawal Jaisal Bhati in 1156 AD and later rebuilt by his successor Rawal
Free · 2h
Bada Bagh
Bada Bagh
Bada Bagh, also called Barabagh is a garden complex located about six kilometers north of Jaisalmer in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Overlooking a mango plantation sits a set of r
Free · 2h

Food & markets

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Local food tour of Jaisalmer
Taste the signature dishes of Jaisalmer.
~$25 · 2h
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Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.
~$12 · 1.3h

A sample 3-day Jaisalmer itinerary

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Day 1
09:00 · Kingdom of Jaisalmer12:30 · Jaisalmer Wind Park16:00 · Central market & street-food lunch
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Day 2
09:00 · Jaisalmer Assembly constituency12:30 · Gadisar Lake16:00 · Bada Bagh
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Day 3
09:00 · Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples12:30 · Jaisalmer Fort16:00 · Jaisalmer

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Jaisalmer travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Jaisalmer?+

The best months to visit Jaisalmer are February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing.

How many days do you need in Jaisalmer?+

Most travellers find 3 days ideal for Jaisalmer, enough to see the highlights without rushing. Add a day or two if you want day trips.

Is Jaisalmer expensive to visit?+

Budget roughly $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip in Jaisalmer (accommodation, food and activities), before flights. Costs scale up or down with your travel style.

What are the top things to do in Jaisalmer?+

Popular highlights include Kingdom of Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer Assembly constituency, Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples and Jaisalmer Fort. There's a longer list above, or start a plan and swap things in.

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