Gadsisar Lake in Jaisalmer, the rainwater fed
reservoir, was built in 1156 AD and rebuilt in 1367AD by Maharwal
Garsisingh. Until 1965, it remained the city?s only water supply. It is
adorned with an arched gateway, which is believed to have been built by a
courtesan. The Tilon ki Pol, the palatial archway at the water?s edge, was
built by a local prostitute.
The dismayed king tried to severe it down, but not the one to stay behind,
Tilon constructed a tiny temple along the lake, dedicated to Lord
Satyanarayan (Krishna, as truth) and ensured the building?s survival. Along
the lakeshore and on the islands, is a plethora of little temples and
cenotaphs. Arrayed all around the tank, are many small shrines and temples.
An extraordinary plumage of birds can be seen here.
Significance
Historical
Built In : 1156 AD
Re Built In : 1367 AD By Maharwal Garsisingh.
General Information
Location : Jaisalmer
Main Attraction : Arched Gateway Built By A Courtesan
Prime Attractions of Jaisalmer
Havelis
The beautiful mansions built by Jaisalmer's wealthy merchants are known as
'havelis' and several of these fine sandstone buildings are still in
beautiful condition. Patwon ki Haveli is the most elaborate and magnificent
of all the Jaisalmer havelis.
Jaisalmer
Fort
The golden - yellow sandstone of Jaisalmer Fort, over 800 years old, crowns
the Trikuta Hill. Within its walls, defended by 99 turrets, lies the old
city, nearly a quarter of modern Jaisalmer.
Sam Sand Dunes
Any trip to Jaisalmer is indeed, incomplete, without a trip to the most
panoramic dunes of Sam where the wind is unceasingly carving out scenic
patterns, on the sand! Situated 42 kms from Jaisalmer, the sun-soaked Sam
Sand Dunes bring to light a glided mirage. Truly the essence of the desert,
the ripples of the wind-caressed dunes create an enchanting mirage.
Desert
Festival
Held in the months of January-February, the Desert Festival exudes a
delightful spirit. For three days, the otherwise barren land of Jaisalmer
comes to life and is clustered with hordes of colourfully dressed people.
Govt
Museum - Jaisalmer
The Government Museum in Jaisalmer is situated on Police Line Road near
Moomal Hotel. It was opened in 1984. The large collection of wood and marine
fossils in the museum gives an insight into the geological past of the area.
Manak
Chowk
Outside the fort is the main market place called Manak Chowk, which is the
centre of local activity. From Manak Chowk, one can walk into the lanes
where the famous carved havelis are to be found. Each haveli's facade
differs from other. Built mainly during the 18th and 19th centuries, the
carving in the havelis of Jaisalmer is of a very superior quality.
Wood Fossil Park
Wood Fossil Park at Aakal, is 17-kms from the city of Jaisalmer. Lying on
the Barmer Road, this park transports you back to the Jurassic period, when
the whole Thar region lay under the sea. The park with 180 million-year-old
fossils that are the geological landmarks for the study of the Thar Desert
is any geology enthusiast?s delight.
Desert National Park
It preserves the eco-system of the desert within its confines. The Monitor
lizards, desert foxes, porcupines, occasional wolves and black bucks, and
the Great Indian Bustard (a protected bird ) are found here, forming an
ecological chain revolving around cactii and other hardy desert plants.
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