The golden delight as described by many the sand dunes of Jaisalmer are as beautiful as anything in this world. The natural wonder in its own this delight is situated at the western region of India in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The sheer amount of beauty of these sand dunes has produced Jaisalmer as one of the prominent tourist hub in rajasthan. It receives thousand and thousand every day during December to February every year and thus has been on the bucket list of many backpackers and travelers coming to Rajasthan. It has been termed as the golden carpet which is nothing less than a beauty as soon as you reach the beautiful sand dunes. A marvelous site to see a sunset and sunrise, besides the ships of the desert you see the sun glooming right infront of your eye beheind the long dunes.A truly glorious moment to capture
Still confused about visiting Thar Sand Dunes? Read this blog on Why Sam Sand Dunes is a treasure for Backpackers.
Best time to visit
From the long stretch of October to March is the best to visit the Sam sand hills of Jaisalmer and that is the point at which they are clamoring with traveler action. The spot is lively and enthusiastic. These rises likewise turn into the scene of Desert Festival in the period of February. This is a 3-day occasion exhibiting the legacy and culture of Rajasthan. This party incorporates of a ton of occasions, for example, manikin appears, different rivalries, for example, pull of war and Biggest Mustache, camel race, different society execution and that’s just the beginning. Amid this time, the city gets insane footfall from all around the year.
How to Reach
Air
You can achieve the Sam sand hills(which is also sam sand dunes) from Jaisalmer Airport which is a newly built Airport by Government of India under UDAN yojana and it has since contributed to the tourism of Jaisalmer in grand fashion since the airport gets a lot busy during the time Winters when there is a peak season to visit the Thar Desert.
Train
Two trains are operational from Old Delhi by which u can reach Jaisalmer. The Delhi-Jaisalmer Express and the Corbett Park Link Express. Both the trains have A.C. compartments. Every Sunday the Luxury Train Palace on Wheels stops at Jaisalmer. When you achieve the station , you can generally take an auto ride to the core of the city. What’s more, there nearby and Express trains additionally among Jaisalmer and Jodhpur.
By Road
Sam Sand dunes is only 42 km away from main city of Jaisalmer and you will reach here in 1 or 2 hours since the roads conditions are excellent you will enjoy your drive till the sand dunes and the scenic beauty is nonetheless breathtaking as you see the beautiful mills on your way to desert.
A day by day transport keeps running from Jodhpur by the Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation.
Diverse travel offices your organizers offer Chauffeured vehicle taxi administrations. Additionally, rental Car administrations are accessible.
Things to Do
You can appreciate a ton of bold exercises in the rises. You can decide on camel safari, jeep Safari ,Dune slamming and so on. You can appreciate the isolation with evening sun setting in the skyline. The hot, dry stretch of white sand becomes animated all of a sudden after nightfall as it moved into a social center joined by the nearby move and music.
During the evening you can go for the swiss camps and appreciate the nearby sustenance and cordiality or light a pit fire and simply rests on the sand and star look!!!
Tips and tricks
When you will visit the sam sand dunes there are some tips that you should know:
1. Nights get a bit chilly in Sam Sand Dunes, so don’t forget to carry some extra layering with you for that extra protection from cold breeze in the mist of desert.
2. Stay awake at night for the perfect stargazing night since this is the least talked about thing of Sam Sand Dunes but it is one of the best thing that you can see so many stars twinkling right in front of you to fulfill your heart with the memory of lifetime.
Author : Kislay from Slippery Legs
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