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JAISALMER
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Moomal *** Standard
Sam Road,
Jaisalmer
Contact Person: Mr.
SPS Bedi
Mobile: +91
9414014591
Tel: +91-2992-252392
Email:
moomal@rtdc.in
Jaisalmer City:
Rising from the
heart of the
Thar Desert like
a golden mirage
is the city of
Jaisalmer. A
commanding fort
etched in yellow
sandstone stands
with all its
awesome
splendour,
dominating the
amber – hued
city.
The city has an
interesting
legend
associated with
it, according to
which, Lord
Krishna – the
head of the
Yadav Clan,
foretold Arjuna
that a remote
descendent of
the Yadav Clan
would build his
kingdom atop the
Trikuta Hill.
His prophecy was
fulfilled in
1156bA.D. when
Rawal jaisal, a
descendent of
the Yadav Clan
and a Bhatti
Rajput,
abandoned his
fort at Lodurva
and founded a
new capital –
Jaisalmer,
perched on the
Trikuta Hill.
Bhati Rajputs of
Jaisalmer were
feudal chiefs
who lived off
the forced levy
on the caravans
laden with
precious silks
and spices that
crossed the
territory
enroute Delhi or
sind. These
caravans earned
the town great
wealth.
For years
Jaisalmer
remained
untouched by the
outside
influences. The
rise of shipping
trade and the
port of Mumbai
saw the decline
of Jaisalmer.
But the desert
fortress, that
seems to be
straight out of
the ‘Tales of
the Arabian
Nights’, still
enchants.
The life within
the citadel
conjures up
images of
medieval majesty
visible in its
narrow lanes
strewn with
magnificent
palaces, havelis,
temples and of
course skilled
artisans and
ubiquitous
camels.
The setting sun
turning
Jaisalmer into a
beautiful golden
brown is a
spectacular
sight.
The perfect time
to visit the
golden city is
during the
winter season
and especially
during Desert
Festival, held
in Jan/Feb.
every year, when
the city
reverberates to
the sound of
melodious tunes
and rhythms.
Fold dances,
exciting
competitions and
contests,
especially the
turban-tying
contest, Mr.
Desert contest
and camel races
enliven the
festivities.
Colourful craft
bazaars are set
up for the
occasion and a
sound and ling
tspectacle is
organized with
folk artists
performing
against the
splendid
backdrop of the
famous Sam sand
dunes on the
full moon night.
Surely a
not-to-be-missed
event.
Places to visit:
Fort, Dadisar
Lake,
Nathmalji-ki-Haveli,
Patwon-ki-Haveli,
Salim
singh-ki-Haveli,
Jain Temples,
Gyan
Bhandar(librabry)
Excursions:
Lodurva (16
km): the
ancient capial
of Jaisalmer and
an important
pilgrim sopt of
the Jain
community. A
‘Kapataru’ or a
divine tree
within the
temple is main
attraction.
Wood Fossil
Park, Aakal (17
km ): On
Barmer road, the
park takes you
back to the
Jurassic period
(when the whole
Thar region lay
under the sea)
with 180 million
year old
fossils.
Sam Sand
Dunes (42 km):
The trip to
Jaisalmer is not
complete without
visit to most
picturesque
dunes of Sam.
Here exciting
camel safari
gives the real
feel of the
desert.
Desert
National Park
((45 km):
Visit to the
park gives you a
life time
experience to
see prominent
fauna –
blackbuck,
chinkara, desert
fox and Great
Indian Bustard.
Amar Sagar (5
km): A
pleasant garden
beside a lake
with mango and
other fruit
trees and
beautifully
carved Jain
temple.
Bada Bagh (6
km): A
fertile oasis on
the bank of an
artificial lake,
surrounded by
dense trees are
the royal
cenotaphs with
beautifully
carved ceilings
and equestrian
statues of the
former rulers.
Barmer (155
km): A tiny
desert town
renowned for its
hand block
printing
industry, carved
wood furniture,
colourful
costumes and
amiable folks.
How to reach:
Air:
Jodhpur 285 km
is the
convenient
airport
Rail:
Rail connection
with major
cities of the
country
available from
Jaisalmer.
Road: A
good network of
roads joins
Jaisalmer with
many
destinations in
and around
Rajasthan.
Hotel Moomal: The hotel is named after the love story of prince Mahendra and princess Moomal. The love tale of Moomal-Mahendra is deeply rooted in folklore and oral traditions. Hotel is ideally situated to have the best view of the Fort. The building is modern with spacious air condition/non ac rooms & Family Room. Restaurant serves variety of cuisine and well stocked bar offers drinks including scotch, wine and beer. Visit to nearby places and Sam Sand dunes are available from travel desk.
Tariff valid upto 30th September 2010
with complimentary breakfast
Except from 24th December 2010 to 31st December 2010 and
from 16th February 2011 to 18th February 2011(Desert Festival)
| A.C | Non A.C |
Family Room | Std. Hut |
| Rooms | 19 | 21 | 8 | 12 |
| Double | 2350 | 1300 | 1600 |
1100 |
| Single | 2000 | 990 | - |
875 |
| Extra Bed | 450 | 350 | 350 |
300 |
Applicable tax/vat extra
Booking
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Tariff w.e.f. 24th December 2010 to 31st December 2010
and during Desert Festival (16th February 2011 to 18th
February 2011) on AP*
| A.C | Non A.C |
Family Room | Std. Hut |
| Rooms | 19 | 21 | 8 | 12 |
| Double | 3150 | 2100 | 3200 |
1900 |
| Single | 2400 | 1400 | - |
1300 |
| Extra Bed | 850 | 750 | 750 |
700 |
Applicable tax/vat extra
Booking
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| AP* = Room+Breakfast+Lunch & Dinner |
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