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Jaisalmer

Rajasthan & the North, India
Jaisalmer — hero photograph

Set on the edge of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is a dusty yet regal spot that’s earned the moniker, ‘the Golden City’.

Its sandstone houses rise from the desert in a mirage-like shimmer, watched over by the crumbling walls of the historic Jaisalmer Fort. Dating back to 1156, the fort is home to around a quarter of the city’s residents and meandering through its narrow lanes is a chance to discover the contrast of ornately carved doorways and painted havelis that sit alongside the more modern vestiges of its residents. At dusk, head out of the city to soak in the star-studded desert skies on a camel ride.

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Suryagarh — hotel photograph
Suryagarh
Jaisalmer, India
Emerging from the desert a short drive from Jaisalmer, Suryagarh is a fortress-style property that blends modern amenities with old-world Rajasthani decor and hospitality.
The Gulaal — hotel photograph
The Gulaal
Jaisalmer, India
The Gulaal is a delightful haveli hotel on the outskirts of Jaisalmer.
SUJAN The Serai — hotel photograph
SUJAN The Serai
Jaisalmer, India
Set within 100 acres of desert scrubland in the Great Thar Desert, The Serai is a luxurious camp with just 21 expansive and modern safari-style tents.
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