Private Jaisalmer Fort & old city tour
Description
jaisalmer city is a very ancient city from 12th centuary.The tour will start from the jaisalmer fort through narrow allies from old city .visiting palace ,jain temples and the beautifull ancient mansions called nathmal haveli and patwon ki haveli.
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Jaisalmer Fort is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan, built in 1156 AD by the Rajput Rawal (ruler) Jaisal from whom it derives its name, and stood at the crossroads of important trade routes (including the ancient Silk road)The fort has palace,jain temples,city view.its a living fort which has 4000 inhabitants .lots of houses ,hotels,restaurants.
Nathmal ki Haveli, Jaisalmer is a late 19th century architecture that was once used to be the Prime Minister's house. It is famous for its extraordinary architecture and is considered to be the best in Jaisalmer. Apparently, there is an interesting story behind it. The grandeur structure is hard work of two brothers, Hathi and Lullu, who were jewellers and not architect. They both started with different facets of the building simultaneously. As a result, the left and right wing of the building is same but not identical. The scriptures made on the Haveli were never seen by the architect brothers in real life and were engraved by descriptions from the people who had seen it.
The merchants of Jaisalmer built some of the most ornate residences ever. Patwon Ki Haveli is made of Jaisalmer sandstone, these are adorned with jaalis and elaborate façades. The most skilful stonework is done on the outside, since they were a show of wealth more than anything else. The biggest and the most ornate of the havelis is the Patwon-ki-Haveli, a set of five houses adjacent to each other, built by five Jain brothers in the first half of the 19th century. These were the five sons of Guman Chand, a trader in textiles and precious metals.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(171)
Harish is a very knowledgeable about Jaisalmer having been born and raised in Jaisalmer. He took us to all the city highlights and bazaars. He is very informative about the history behind all the heritage and historical sights. He is polite and courteous.Would recommend Harish. We had an amazing day.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure showing you the beauty of Jaisalmer and sharing its history and culture with you. I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the city highlights, bazaars, and the overall experience. Your recommendation means a lot to me. I hope to welcome you again for another amazing journey in the future—maybe next time for a desert safari as well! 😊
Harish gave us a super tour of Jaisalmer Fort, really informative and just the right amount of detail easily understood. He was very friendly and accommodating - and also took some great photos for us! Thank you Hari 😊
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed your time exploring Jaisalmer Fort with me. It was a pleasure showing you around and sharing the history in an easy and enjoyable way. I’m also glad you liked the photos! 📸 Hope to welcome you again in Jaisalmer someday. Thank you once again! 🙏
Harishji took us along for a 5 hour tour of the Jaisalmer Fort & surrounding attractions such as Nathmal & Patwon ki Haveli. With his amazing story telling ability & sense of humour, we had an enriching download of Jaisalmer’s history, got an amazing tour of the fort including a panaromic view from a cafe, details of the beautiful jain temple in fort premises, a taste of the famed Kachori & Ghotwa and also the story of Satyajit Ray shooting his famous “Sonar Kella” ! He also arranged our desert tour which was memorable … We booked his services through Viator & I recommend him for anyone who wishes to understand the history of this beautiful city & see its many attractions…
Thank you so much Nikhel ji for such a detailed and wonderful review! 😊🙏 I’m really happy to know that you enjoyed the tour of Jaisalmer Fort and nearby havelis. It was a pleasure sharing the history, stories, and a bit of humor with you. I’m glad you liked the Jain temples, the panoramic café view, and of course the local flavors like kachori & ghotwa! 😄 It’s great to hear that the desert tour was also a memorable experience for you. Thank you for trusting me through Viator and for your kind recommendation—it truly means a lot. Hope to welcome you again in Jaisalmer for more beautiful experiences! 🌅
Harish is a fantastic guide. He took us through an excellent walk inside the Jaisalmer Fort pointing out noteworthy sites and providing the right amount of information to make the walk interesting. Harish also knows the best places inside the fort where you can take a short break, use a restroom or sip on a drink while you refresh yourself. He took us to the intricately carved Jain temples, the wonderful havelis as well as Bada Bagh to see the cenotaphs amazingly lit up in the rays of the setting sun. Harish is fluent in English, articulate and knowledgeable and we had a wonderful day exploring Jaisalmer with him. An added benefit with Harish, is that he is an excellent photographer and he took some great snaps capturing the memories from this trip which we would always cherish.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and heartfelt review. It truly means a lot to me 🙏 I’m very happy to know that you enjoyed the walking tour inside Jaisalmer Fort, the Jain temples, havelis, and the visit to Bada Bagh at sunset. Showing guests the hidden corners, comfortable rest spots, and sharing history in an engaging way is something I genuinely enjoy, so your words are very encouraging. It was a pleasure exploring Jaisalmer with you and your appreciation for my photography skills is a wonderful bonus 😊 I’m glad the photos will help you cherish these memories for years to come. Thank you once again for recommending me. I hope to welcome you again in Jaisalmer someday—maybe for another walk or a desert experience next time. Warm regards, Harish Giri Jaisalmer Tour Guide 🌞
Looking for a guide for your holiday in Jaisalmer? You don’t need to look elsewhere just go with “Jaisalmer Tour Guide - Harish” We had amazing time in Jaisalmer and highly recommend Harish. 1. He will go above and beyond to help you out even for things other than this tour 2. He is friendly and provides all historic information about the city 3. If you keen to explore local sweets/snacks , he will also take you to popular shops where locals eat. 4. We needed taxi for our last day transfer to Jodhpur and he arranged that too for us at a good price. 5. We booked the Sam Desert tour with him as well , which was great too We will use his services again whenever we visit Jaisalmer again.
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Fantastic information and insight into local life, culture and customs. Was a great way to get to know Jaisalmer better. Lots of opportunity to get souvenirs with local businesses if you wish.
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"Absolutely agree! He's truly one of the finest guides in Jaisalmer. His city tours are not just informative but also make you feel right at home."
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Just came from London to explore Jaisalmer. Met Harish Giri ji, best guide. Easy to communicate, showed and explained the history of this golden city. Amazing ambience, delicious food, rich culture. Thank you so much. Very nice person you are Harish ji. God bless you for making my journey in here memorable.
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I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Jaisalmer with one of the best guides I've ever encountered. From the moment we met, their warmth and genuine hospitality made me feel truly welcome. His commitment to ensuring a memorable trip was evident in every aspect of our journey. His knowledge of Jaisalmer's history, culture, and attractions was impressive, and they went above and beyond to make sure we had an enriching experience. I highly recommend this guide to anyone visiting Jaisalmer!
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We arrived in Jaisalmer and Harry was just great guide to visit this wonderful trip in this amazing gold city He was just extremely award about all the story and took all his time to gave us the best experience and sharing of the tour Amazing guide, thanks a lot We recommend for sure
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