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Travel
Rajasthan
Jaisalmer :
Gadi
Sagar :
This tank, south of the city walls, once held the town water
supply, and befitting its importance in providing precious
water to the inhabitants of this arid city, it is sourrounded
by small temples and shrines. The beautiful yellow sandstone
gateway arching across the road down to the tank is the
Tilon-ki-Pol, and is said to have been built by a famous
prostitute, Tilon . When she offered to pay to have this
gateway constructed, the Maharaja refused permission under it
to go down to the tank and he felt that this would be beneath
his dignity. While he was away, she built the gate , adding a
Krishna temple on top so that king could not tear it down.
Sam Sand Dunes :
Sam Sand Dunes, 42 away km from Jaisalmer, is the most popular
excursion to see the total sandy bush less desert. It has a
truly glorious stretch of sweeping sand dunes. It is best to
be here at sunrise or sunset, and many camel safaris spend a
night at the dunes. The best way to see this and other sights
around Jaisalmer is to take a came safari. The standard trip
lasts for 4 days and three nights,
and offers the opportunity to explore the area in authentic
and leisurely fashion, with entertainment by folk performers,
visits to villages, and chatter from colourful guides thrown
in. However you can also day trip and go by car. Hordes of
tourist arrive just before sun set. Camels can be hired easily
and you may be able your favourite picture with a lone camel
on a desert track and the setting sun in the backdrop. Despite
the tourist throng, the place has
not lost it magic. The desert festival held sometimes in
February each year is a big draw and it is full of fun, colour
and laughter, cultural events and competitions.
courtesy - rtdc
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