| Jaisalmer Fort |
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Jaisalmer fort was built in 1156 by the Rajput ruler Jaisala. Standing
proud to a height of hundred meters over the city with its 99 bastions,
the fort is splendid sight in the afternoon sun. The fort is entered
through a forbidding series of massive gates leading to a large courtyard.
Outside the fort is the main market place called Manek Chowk. From Manek
Chowk, one can walk into the lanes where the famous carved havelis are to
be found.
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| Patwon Ki Haveli |
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It is one of the largest and most elaborate houses in Jaisalmer. It is
five storeys high, extensively carved. It is divided in to six apartments
two owned by the Archaeological Survey of India, Two by families who
operate craft shops here, and two private homes.
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| Tazia Tower |
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The delicate Pagoda like Tazia Tower rises from the Badal Mahal (Palace of
Clouds). Rising in its five-tiered splendor, with each storey graced by a
delicately carved balcony. The tower is of historical significance. Tazias
are ornately decorated bamboo, paper and tinsel replicas of a bier carried
in procession during Mohurram.
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| Godsisar Sagar Tank |
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The beautiful arched gateway across the road down to the tank is said to
have been built by a prostitute. A scenic rain water lake with numerous
beautiful shrines around. The lake is an idyllic spot for outings.
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| Jain Temples |
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This group of fine jain temples were built in the 12th to 15th century
within the Jaisalmer fort. They are beautiful carved and dedicated to
Rikhabdevji and Sambhavnathji. there is also a Shiva and Ganesh Temple
inside the fort. Gyan Bhandar or Library : Some of the oldest manuscripts
of India are found in this library established as a part of Jain temples.
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