What to do and see in Jaisalmer District, Rajasthan: The Best Free Things to do

April 17, 2022 Karren Gelb

Discover the best top things to do in Jaisalmer District, India including Jai Shankar Handicrafts, Shiva Taxi Services, Hari Om Jewellers, Bellissima, Shree Laxmi Art Home, Ashok Shanti Jewellers, Longewala War Memorial, Sonee Art Gallery, Desert Art Gallery, The Desert Ship Camel Safari.
Restaurants in Jaisalmer District

1. Jai Shankar Handicrafts

Dhibba Para Fort Road Next to Fort Parking, Jaisalmer 345001 India +91 2992 252 515 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 210 reviews

Jai Shankar Handicrafts

Jai Shankar Handicrafts in majestic Rajasthan showcases Thar Desert Antique Embroidery and Textiles. The embroideries in this region of Rajasthan are impressive. Traditional wedding dresses, opium bags, and dowery bags come from desert villages and are sewn together as patch work wall hangings, bed covers and many other things by local people. The owner, Shankar Khatri, has a Diploma in Culture and Tourism and a passion for arts, so he also creates custom, one-of-a-kind designs.

Reviewed By Travelerjoyr

Has a really big selection of beautiful textiles! Lots of antiques as-well as new designs, really reasonable price and great service- happy to talk about prices!

2. Shiva Taxi Services

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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Shiva Taxi Services

We sincerely thank you and thousands our customers who have rated have us as one of the top and best cab services in Jaisalmer. Our car rental services include deluxe & semi-deluxe cabs and our range of cars on rent in Jaisalmer is also the widest including min-cars, sedans, SUVs, MUVs, Tempo Traveler etc. All available at the best taxi rates.

3. Hari Om Jewellers

House No 101, Valmiki Colony Murg Farm Ki Gali, near Adarsh Vidya Mandir, Jaisalmer 345001 India +91 99820 32342 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hari-Om-Jewellers-Jaisalmer/266265779789
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5.0 based on 141 reviews

Hari Om Jewellers

Reviewed By 524leenaj - Prague, Czech Republic

I m so glad i visited this shop & get to see such intricate work & the amazing craftsmanship of our artisans. Buying it from them is the only way we can keep up this art.

4. Bellissima

Inside Fort Jaisalmer Opposite Maharaja Palace, Jaisalmer 345001 India +91 94143 91302 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/bellissimafort/wall
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5.0 based on 57 reviews

Bellissima

Reviewed By sandrapX3218EX - Melbourne, Australia

Great to see a textiles shop that supports women of all religions. No pressure to buy, the owner is helpful and happy to spend time chatting about her support for women in India.

5. Shree Laxmi Art Home

On Fort Kund Para, Near Laxminath Temple, Jaisalmer 345001 India +91 87696 35233 [email protected] http://www.shreelaxmiarthome.com
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5.0 based on 135 reviews

Shree Laxmi Art Home

Shree Laxmi Art Home is an Aladdin's Cave. From the entrance you enter a maze of small rooms with comfortable seating areas where you can browse the items for sale and take a rest from the sun with no pressure to buy. The owner, Jitu Gopa has a magnificent collection of clothing in cotton, linen and silk including Ali Baba tops and trousers, shirts, turbans, scarves and pashminas in silk and wool.

6. Ashok Shanti Jewellers

Mohta Para, Jaisalmer India +91 98288 11101
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5.0 based on 43 reviews

Ashok Shanti Jewellers

Reviewed By mansibhardwaj - Gurugram (Gurgaon), India

Ashok shanti jwellers is amazing.. Ashok ji greets you with a smile and a very humble home made tea..The variety is hugeeeeeeeee. Ask for anything- bangles/ rings/ chains... and he will open a big bag with so so much to choose from.. A humble guy who has great selling skills..Ashok ji went out of his way to help us make other purchases in jaislamer.. Must visit when visiting jaisalmer

7. Longewala War Memorial

Sadhawala, Longewala, Jaisalmer 335803 India +91 97822 22299 [email protected] http://www.kavirajdesertcamp.com
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5.0 based on 391 reviews

Longewala War Memorial

The Battle of Longewala (4–7 December 1971) was one of the first major engagements in the western sector during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.

Reviewed By g_v_nagendra - Surat, India

Your visit to Jaisalmer is incomplete without visiting this magnificent place located around 110 kms. from Jaisalmer town which is around 3 hours drive and yes it is totally worth it. The roads leading to Longewala are smooth and you will find vast open spaces of the Thar Desert on either side of the road. The Yudh Sthal showcases the factual account of the 1971 war that took place here and it has on display captured tanks, guns, artillery etc. that were left behind by the retreating army. It also highlights the glorious and selfless contribution of the officers and jawans who risked everything in the line of duty and their unflinching dedication to the protection of the nation. A museum in the compount exhibits all the relevant information about the war which is descriptive. A visit to this place also brings out the nostalgic memories of those events and a chance to be proud of our Army who despite all adversities defend the security and sovereignty of the nation. It is a must visit destination of the Jaisalmer itinerary. Period.

On Fort, Behind Jain Temple dundha para, Jaisalmer 345001 India
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5.0 based on 38 reviews

Sonee Art Gallery

Best of Desert and Modern Art

Reviewed By LucaMauri23

We were staying very close to Sonee Art Gallery inside Jaisalmer fort and after visiting other shops during our stay...we decided to come back here to buy a couple of paintings. It is a lovely family business and Manish prepares the miniature paintings during the hot season to have them ready when the tourists come. I loved the quality of the works and the prices were simply the best I found in Jaisalmer. I enjoyed talking with him and learning a bit more about the painting process and life in Jaisalmer. The painting will always remind me of the charm of the desert and the small streets of the fort....Thank you Manish and all the best for the future! Luca

Ghandhi Chowk Near Nachana Haveli, Jaisalmer 345001 India +91 94147 63000 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Desert-Art-Gallery-1713152412235582/?ref=page_internal
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5.0 based on 193 reviews

Desert Art Gallery

Our shop specializes in textiles. We offer a wide range of selections of clothing and interior goods (bed and cushion covers, table cloths, rugs) You will be wowed with our collection of antique patchwork and tribal textiles from the surrounding villages of Jaisalmer. We would be happy to arrange domestic and international shipping. Come and see what the hands of the desert create.

Reviewed By TheMarRidLife

Mr Happy’s desert art gallery in the basement of Hotel Pleasant Haveli is an interesting little shop to see his original and unique pieces. We bought a camel hair throw which was amazingly soft and wished we could afford to buy more! Would recommend to go see the pieces even if not to buy but to meet Mr Happy- the nicest guy! Way less hassle than the market.

10. The Desert Ship Camel Safari

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5.0 based on 197 reviews

The Desert Ship Camel Safari

The Desert Ship is one of the newly founded yet one of the pioneer travel companies in Jaisalmer that offers Camel Safari in the Thar Desert. It is run by the people originating from the villages in the desert. The idea behind running The Desert Ship is to give the best quality of service and convert travelers into lifelong friends.

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