Shopping, sightseeing excursions and events
Folk music for which Jaisalmer is famous can be enjoyed by campfire
under open skies at night and this legendary 'Golden City's' teeming
bazaars, ancient forts, desert tribes and rugged landscapes offers a
storybook vision of one of India's most appealing destinations. In
narrow winding lanes, you see camels, desert gypsies, wandering cattle
and children playing. Chunky rustic silver jewellery, colourful
embroidery and mirror work, brightly coloured tie-and-dye fabrics,
rugged looking camel-skin mojri slippers, traditional shawls, rugs, and
woodcarving are found in the medieval bazaars of this enchanting town.
The yearly desert festival takes place every year in February and lasts
over three days. Approximately 2000 to 3000 foreign visitors come to
Jaisalmer for this festival which attracts as many as 15000 Indian
nationals who come from far and wide. The camel fair is a major
attraction with dancing, camel races and music.
How to reach Jaisalmer
By Train: There are daily trains to Jaisalmer from Jodhpur, which is
well linked to all the major cities by the network of trains such as
Agra, Jaipur, New Delhi, Mumbai and many more.
By Road : Distances
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: 285 km
Jaisalmer to Bikaner: 333 km
Jaisalmer to Jaipur: 621km
By air: The nearest airport is Jodhpur
General weather conditions
The best season to visit Jaisalmer is between October and February when
the average day time temperature is around
23 degrees. Lightweight clothing is recommended with a woollen shawl or
wrap for the evening.
The General Manager
Mr. B. P. S Hada was born and educated in Udaipur. He joined HRH Group
of Hotels in 2002 after working as a trainee at the Lake Palace Hotel.
He became Assistant Manager at Shiv Niwas Palace working there for three
years before being appointed General Manager at Gorbandh Palace in 2003.
The Gorbandh Palace currently employs around 100 staff dedicated to
caring for their guests. Hada recalls that he always wanted to work for
HRH Group of Hotels as he believes it is not only a leader in the
industry but uniquely provides opportunities for all those who are
willing to work zealously. His goal is to contribute to the success of
the HRH Group.
