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  About Jaisalmer

Located on the west of Rajasthan's capital Jaipur (Pink City), is the Golden City Jaisalmer. The palatial paradise found prominence as the Golden City owing to the use of yellow sandstones to erect mansions and monuments. The use of the yellow-hued sandstone constructs much of the city's architecture. Hence, the city is always shining. To reach the Great Indian Thar Desert, you will have to reach Jaisalmer as it is near located to the desert. The population of Jaisalmer is quite less, but tourism continues to keep many people on the streets of the city.

The city found its name as Jaisalmer after the Bhati ruler, Rawal Jaisal. He founded the city back in 1156 AD and brought forth a golden-hued revolution in the face of Rajasthani architecture. As you stroll through the city, you will notice various shades of yellow as most of the structures built in the city are variations of the hue. Blessed with numerous forts and temples, the city of Jaisalmer runs heavily on tourism.

Jaisalmer recently transformed one of its civil aviation centres into an airport. Up until 2017, the closest airport was Jodhpur and travellers often used road transport to reach the beautiful city. However, with great flight connectivity from Jaisalmer to the rest of the major cities in India, reaching the city has become easier.

Best time to visit Jaisalmer

Deserts can get pretty hot in summers and the evening temperatures are also just as hot and dry. However, come winter and the setting changes. From considerably hot days to extremely cold nights, the balance is maintained. With Jaisalmer too, the best time to visit is between November to March as the winter season constitutes cool climate which makes sightseeing, desert safari and camping in the That desert convenient. The day-time temperature during winters doesn't go beyond 24 degrees Celsius while the evening temperatures drop below 7 degree Celsius. The months of December and January are exceptionally cold but pleasant.

The summer months in Jaisalmer are between April to August, where the temperature dances between 25 degrees Celsius to 45 degrees Celsius. The heat is unbearable and certainly not ideal for engaging in tourist activities. Sunscreens and light clothes can help you combat the heat, but you wouldn't be able to enjoy the desert. Since it is off-season, there are always numerous flight deals online where you can snag cheap flights tickets to Jaisalmer.

Places to visit in Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer Fort

The magnificent Jaisalmer Fort is also known as Golden Fort thanks to the golden reflection of the yellow sandstone. The fort was constructed by Raja Jaisal who incorporated the fine depiction of Rajasthani architecture on the structure. What adds more charm to the fort is how it lights up in the night.

Patwon Ki Haveli

Patwon ki haveli is an interesting structure that was built by Guman Chand, a recognised trader of the city. The haveli is basically a marketplace for local artisans to craftsmen to sell their products. You can take a stroll in the haveli and be charmed by the interesting architectural style.

Gadisar Lake

Gadisar Lake is actually an artificial lake that was built by Raja Rawal Jaisal who wanted to compensate for the grim water crisis of Jaisalmer. The lake is being well-maintained by the locals. Often they even come over to the lake to wash away all the stress and troubles of the day by delving in the tranquil space.

Salim Singh Ki Haveli

Salim Singh ki Haveli is a popular tourist attraction of Jaisalmer. The structure has a contemporary take on the Rajasthani-style architecture. You will notice that the designs are quite intricate with peacock-shaped artistry on the roof and balconies with sharp designs. You should definitely visit this structure as its architecture will amaze you.

Amar Sagar Lake

The little Amar Sagar Lake is more like an oasis in a desert that is located in the outskirts of the city of Jaisalmer. Built by Amar Singh, the lake also has a quaint Shiva temple on the side. In fact, many temples have been constructed. Visit the quaint lake and immerse yourself in the serene vibe of the oasis-like setting.

Sam Sand Dunes

A little in the outskirts of Jaisalmer, you'll find several sand dunes and expanses of the Thar desert. You can either opt for a camel safari to explore the dunes, or you can choose a jeep safari. Sam Sand Dunes is actually quite interesting as you can also set camp in the desert, light up a bonfire and stargaze.

Maharaja's Palace

The Maharaja's Palace is a colossal structure that is visible from every corner of Jaisalmer city. The massive palace is an architectural masterpiece. From the exquisite tapestry to the quintessential designs, everything about it is royal and regal.

Things to do in Jaisalmer

Explore the abandoned Kuldhara village

Here's an interesting place that you might want to explore. The Kuldhara village in Jaisalmer has a reputation for being a ghost town as the land remains untouched and inhabited for the past few centuries now. Legend states that the village was thriving and prosperous at one point in history. However, after some drastic incident, the Paliwal Brahmins decided to evacuate the village. The whole village turned into a haunted hamlet overnight and has been the same way since forever.

Camping at Khuri Sand Dune

Khuri is a small but famous village known in Jaisalmer. What adds to its popularity is the fact that the village is close to the sand dunes where one can camp and indulge in desert safaris. The route to reach the dunes is from the village. Badalji provides camel safaris for travellers and is recognised for the same. He organises desert safaris as well as camping in the desert as well.

Parasailing in Jaisalmer

Parasailing is possible in the majestic Thar Desert! On the outskirts of Jaisalmer city, there are adventure groups who organise parasailing, quad biking and many such outdoor activities that you can indulge in, as part of your trip. It would be quite an experience to parasail on top of a sand dune.

Food and restaurants

Rajasthani cuisine means indulging in heavy but wholesome food with dollops of ghee that will make you burp more than usual. Right from their thick kulchas and daal baati churma, the cuisine has some really intense use of ghee and oil that leaves your tummy begging for mercy. Jaisalmer will also pamper you with some lip-smacking dishes from their kitchen. While there are some signature dishes that you should try from their cuisine, these places are exquisite and honour the Rajasthani culture.

Suryagarh Restaurant, with its outdoor setting, is beautiful and has amazing food to serve. Plus, the hospitality further makes it a good experience. To indulge in barbecues in the desert, you should visit Angaara Restaurant. The rooftop dining experience of the Wyra restaurant with live cooking and drinks is one of a kind that you would surely enjoy. Other notable restaurants and food joints include Fotiya Restaurant, Gaji's Restaurant, Pleasant Haveli and Milan Restaurant.

How to reach Jaisalmer (Transportation)

By Air

Jaisalmer did deal with some trouble of not having a dedicated airport for quite some time. That was until they finally managed to transform their civil aviation hub into a dedicated domestic airport. After 2017, they converted the space secured for civil aviation and made it the brand new Jaisalmer airport. The airport has proper flights flying in and out from Delhi, Mumbai, Surat, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Bikaner and Agra. Earlier, travellers opted to get down at the Jodhpur airport and reach Jaisalmer from there via roadways.

With better flight connectivity to Jaisalmer, three dedicated airlines are offering their flights, namely, Zoomair, Trijet and SpiceJet. Rumour has it that soon the airport plans to rope in IndiGo and other airlines too to provide services. While the extension plan continues, the ticket cost to and from Jaisalmer is pretty steep. Only if you're booking your flight tickets to Jaisalmer in advance, will you be able to get some good flight deals and cheap flight tickets.

By Rail

Jaisalmer has its own railway station and is perfectly connected with other cities too. You will find direct trains leaving from the golden city to other parts of India such as Jaipur, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Jodhpur and more. Besides the regular trains run under the Indian Railways, the luxury carts, Palace of Wheels, also passes through Jaisalmer.

By Road

Travelling within Rajasthan through buses or rental cars is the best idea. The roads in the state might be narrow and tough to drive in, but they do bring about the rural charm of Rajasthan. Plus, they are actually quite affordable too. Some bus services go to Jaisalmer and are well-connected with the rest of the cities in the state. Even inter-state buses are available as there are buses that travel to Delhi, Ahmedabad, Surat and more. The roads might take some more time as opposed to a flight journey, but it certainly would be an excellent way to see more of the state.

  About Indigo Airlines

Indigo is the largest passenger airline in India and the oldest one, too, in terms of passengers that it carries and its fleet size. It operates about 1500 flights every day to 87 destinations, of which 63 are domestic, and 24 are international destinations. Its primary hub is at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Indigo commenced operations in 2006 and went on to become the largest India carrier by passenger market share in 2012. It connects to all major Indian cities and small cities like Aizawl, Agra and so on. Internationally, it connects to Athens, Brussels, Budapest, Tel Aviv, Malta, Paris, Dublin, Copenhagen, Zurich, Prague, Amsterdam, London, London Heathrow and Gatwick among others. Not only is it a low-cost operator in India, but it is also a low-cost airline globally. Indigo is also India's most preferred airline and for the right reasons. It offers great service at low fares and does not disappoint its passengers. It has grown to become one of the most trusted airlines in the country.

Indigo has a fleet size of more than 260 and has also been getting the 'Great Place to Work for in India' title for eight years in a row now. It was also given Aon's Best Employer in 2016 and 2017. It has been running profitable operations for ten consecutive years. It is considered as the most valuable and strongest airline brand in the country. In 2010, Indigo had replaced Air India as the third largest airline in India. In 2013, it became the second fastest-growing low-cost carrier in Asia after Lion Air, an Indonesian airline.

One of the specialities of Indigo is that it is customer-oriented, efficient and offers great services. It also offers low fares, which makes it one of the preferred airlines in the country. It is also one of the only airlines that connect to so many cities across the country. It operates to cities like Agartala, Aizawl, Ahmedabad, Bagdogra, Belagavi, Aurangabad, Amritsar, Chennai, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, Dimapur and the list goes on. Since Indigo is a low-cost carrier, it only offers economy class seating. However, you get to choose a seat of your preference in advance if you pay a little extra. There is no in-flight entertainment or pre-booked meals. You can buy your in-flight meals after the take-off, and you will be dependent on your own electronics and headsets to keep yourself entertained during the flight.

Fleet Size of Indigo

Indigo has one of the largest fleets of aircraft in the country, which enables it to run 1500 flights daily. It has 123 Airbus A320-200 in service that can accommodate 180 passengers. It also has 100 Airbus A320neo in service and ordered for 232 more, making it the largest operator. In addition to this, it has 15 Airbus A321neo aircraft in service that can accommodate 222 passengers each and has placed an order for 135 more aircraft of the same category. It also has 25 ATR 72-600 which can seat 74 passengers per flight.

In 2005, Indigo had placed an order for 100 Airbus A320-200 aircraft and commenced operations in 2006. In 2011, it placed an order for 180 Airbus A320 aircraft. It was a great year for the airline since it also got the permission to launch international flights that year. In 2015, it placed an order for 250 Airbus A320neo, which was the largest single order in Airbus' history. It made headlines quickly. In 2019, it placed another order for 300 Airbus A320neo aircraft and broke its own record. Later that year, it became the first Indian airline to operate 1500 flights daily. It also became the first airline to have a fleet size of 250+ aircraft. The Airbus A320neo and Airbus A320-200 have non-reclining seats, but there are a few seats that give you extra legroom. The ATR 72-600 has a twin-seat setting which not only gives you extra space but also gives you a lot of privacy. You won't have to sit next to a third stranger or sit uncomfortably.

Baggage Allowance

Indigo has certain baggage allowance restrictions that every passenger is expected to follow. You can carry cabin baggage that weighs up to 7 kg and check-in luggage up to 20 kg. However, for certain international destinations like Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, Colombo, Kuwait and so on, the maximum limit on check-in luggage is 30 kg. If your luggage exceeds the maximum limit, you will have to pay a certain fee depending on the weight. You will also need to inform the airline staff a couple of hours before boarding the flight about the excess luggage so they can make the necessary arrangements. You can do so through the website or get in touch with the call centre. An executive will help you complete the process without any hindrance or complications. It is advisable to get your web check-in done in advance so you can sail through all the formalities at the airport smoothly.

If you are carrying bigger bags with you that have golf clubs or surfboard bags, you will have to pay approximately Rs. 1200 /- for domestic and Rs. 2500/- for international trips to accommodate it in the check-in luggage. Please ensure that you carry important things like medicines, electronics or perishable items in your cabin luggage. Portable chargers and power banks go in your hand luggage and not the check-in luggage. You will not have to check-in again to collect your bags if you have to board a connecting flight. The airline makes sure that you receive your baggage at your final destination. Please ensure that you are not carrying anything that has been prohibited by the airline like explosives, hazardous or flammable objects, sharp objects and electronics. You will also have to reach the airport a couple of hours before your flight so you can get through the security formalities well in advance.

In-flight Services

Indigo's in-flight services are quite limited. In fact, the airline does not have any in-flight entertainment services. Since it operates on low fares, it does not provide complimentary meals on any of its flights. However, you can buy meals on board. The airline does offer premium services like pre-booking seats, priority check-in and multiple cancellations at a higher price. You can also get your hands on Indigo's magazine called Hello 6E. With the increasing competition and passenger's will to pay extra for comfort and convenience, the airline is also bringing in new offers and services for its passengers. The airline had also announced its tie-up with SonyLiv in 2019 that it will provide to its passengers as in-flight entertainment. You can also check out their website to find out more services that are offered by the airline.

Popular Routes and Top Cities for Indigo

Indigo connects to various domestic and international routes regularly. Indigo connects to 63 domestic destinations and 24 international ones. It got the permission to expand its operations internationally in 2011. The domestic cities that Indigo is connected to are Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Agra, Aizawl, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Dehradun, Coimbatore and so on. The international destinations include Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Athens, Brussels, Budapest, Colombo, Bangkok, Dubai, Dublin, Dhaka, Hanoi, Istanbul, London and so on. The airline is quite particular about punctuality, and there are rarely any delays in flights unless there is an emergency or bad climatic conditions. You can also lookup offers and services on their website to make sure you make the most of your trip. Since the airline has already ordered more aircraft, there are high chances that they will add more cities to the list. Indigo will definitely go on to breaking more records and even making some in the next few years.

Why Travel by Indigo?

Indigo is one of the most prestigious and low fare airlines in the country. It made its way to the top airlines in the country quite quickly and made sure that passengers experienced the best services at a minimal price. It is also one of the largest airlines in the country that operates 1500 flights to domestic and international routes daily. It connects 24 international and 63 domestic destinations. It has its major hubs at Chennai International Airport, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. You can check the Indigo flight schedule and your flight status on their website. The airline also makes web check-in quite easy for its passengers. The airline has also won several awards and accolades for its service over the years. Customers rarely have a disappointing experience flying with Indigo. If you are a frequent flyer, you might even get discounts and other offers while booking your next flight. Make sure you go through the offers on the airline's website. You can also get in touch with an executive at the call centre to know more about the offers.