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JAISALMER
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Sam Dhani *** Standard
40
kms. from
Jaisalmer City.
Contact
Person: Mr. S.
P. S. Bedi
Tel:
+91-2992-252392
Email:
samdhani@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.
Hotel
Sam Dhani:
About SAM
DESERT: Sam (Pronounced to rhyme with gum), is only 42 Km from Jaisalmer. The romance of the Thar Desert can be enjoyed here at the sand dunes, which has been the most preferred location for out door shoot of famous Hindi movies, especially for the songs choreographed for hero-heroine along with the famous snake charmer dancer Gulabo with her troupe in the backdrop.
What fascinates the most to witness the sun rise and sun set at sand dunes and visitors reach to capture the glimpse of red sun ball well in advance. Evenings are very pleasant and cool as breeze rises across the dunes. One can enjoy camel ride deep in the heart of the Thar.
During winters, the dusty yellow dunes of Sam turn to a lighter shade. Everyday camp fire and cultural performance swith earthy music and dance of Western Rajasthan are absolutely enchanting.
 SAM
DHANI RESORT
RTDC Sam Dhani Resort is ideally located on a hillock in front of Sam Sand dunes, 42 Kms from Jaisalmer. It has 8 beautiful cottages with attached toilets and running water on affordable price suiting to every category of tourists. Fully decorated 12 tents are also pitched during the season from Sept. to March. Bar-be-que dinner offers continental, Indian and traditional Rajasthani dishes.
 Visitors who like to share their experiences with desert and local culture would find this place most suitable. It is away from the hustle and bustle of the cities where guests can enjoy camel ride in the silence of desert during wee hours of morning and evening. Singing and dancing by local folk artists in the evening adds the charm of stay at this resort.
Sam Dhani
Resort,
Jaisalmer, a
unit of RTDC, is
ideally located
on a hillock in
front of Sam
Sand dunes, 40 Kms
from Jaisalmer
town. It has 8
beautiful
cottages with
attached toilets
and running
water. Fully
decorated 12
tents are also
being pitched
during the
season (from
Sept to March,
09). Guest who
like to share
their
experiences with
desert and local
culture would
find this place
most suitable.
It is away from
the hustle and
bustle of the
cities where
guests can enjoy
camel ride in
the silence of
desert during
wee hours of
morning and
evening.
Tariff valid upto 30th September 2010 on MAP*
Except from 24th December 2010 to 31st December 2010
& Desert Festival (16th February 2011 to 18th February 2011)
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Tent (12) /Cottage(8) |
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Double |
2000 |
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Single |
1800 |
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Extra Bed |
700 |
Applicable tax/vat extra
Booking
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| * MAP: Room+Breakfast+Lunch or Dinner |
Tariff on Package during
X-Mas, New Year Period (24th December 2010 to 31st December 2010)
Desert Festival (16th February 2011 to 18th February 2011)
Package includes: Room tariff, break fast, lunch, dinner, applicable tax/vat, camel ride and cultural programme
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Tent (12) /Cottage(8) |
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Double |
3000 |
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Single |
2400 |
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Extra Bed |
1200 |
Applicable tax/vat extra
Booking
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