JAISALMER

Jaisalmer, the westernmost town in Rajasthan, is far from anywhere, in the heart of the desert separated from Jodhpurby large stretches of sand. Jaisalmer is imposing for its "havelis", the houses of the rich, huge buildings carved intricately in yello sandstone. An interesting portion of the main temple inside Jaisalmer fort is the area set apart as a library containing some rare manuscripts dating back to the 10th century and written on palm leaf. About 20 kms from Jaisalmer are excellently carved temples displaying Jain art at its very best, in the old regional capital of Loudrava.