Sand Dunes in Jaisalmer

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The unique thing about Rajasthan is the presence of majestic sand dunes. The dunes are set in the Thar Desert and look enchanting against the blue sky. The wind shaped dunes are a magical treat to the eyes.

The dunes in this desert are the accumulations of the sand blown due to the wind. This is nature's most interesting phenomenon and it creates interesting patterns in the otherwise dry desert. These magical sand dunes of Rajasthan can be best viewed during a camel safari. Many a time's locals organize cultural programmes and other activities with these sand dunes as backdrop. You can have a feast of the local Rajasthani cuisine on the sand dunes. You can treat on the delicious dal batti, mouthwatering pulses, vegetables and pickles. You can enjoy the romantic experience of drinking water out of the traditional camel leather chagal. You can stay in a tent on the dunes overnight. Spending a night under the million twinkling stars on a clear night on the haunting vast expanse of the desert is an experience indeed.

There are many sand dunes located near Jaisalmer. The most famous among them are Sam dunes and Khuri Dunes. These are located at a distance of about 40kms from Jaisalmer. The best time to visit the sand dunes and enjoy the desert safari is during October to February

Sam sand dunes are a very popular tourist site. The dunes are totally bush less desert areas and create enthralling and fascinating vistas. The visit to the sand dunes will inspire you to believe in all that is great, magnificent and exalted. You can join a camel caravan in Jaisalmer and travel like a native. You can watch the winds draw beautiful patterns on the constantly shifting sand. This will give you pure ecstasy as you gaze through miles and miles of the sand. The experience is unusual and creates a sensation within you to see the golden sand meet the clear blue sky. At dusk, the sand dune leaves you with an everlasting sensation of the unmatched desert beauty due to setting sun.

The Khuri village accords you with warm greetings when you go there to enjoy the sand dunes. You can feast your eyes on the golden sands of Jaisalmer. The colorful frescos of birds and animals, beautiful geometric patterns adorn the mud walls of Khuri huts. They create a romantic atmosphere with their straw thatch roofs. The dunes are located near the village and you can enjoy them. The dunes are about 80 meters high and you can enjoy a camel ride here.

You can set up a camp on the dunes at dusk and help other caravans put up their tents. The Khuri sand dunes are exceptionally beautiful during the sunset. You can build and lit a bonfire with dried twigs and sit around it. You can enjoy the soul stirring cultural programmes by the local artists that add enigmatic quality to the entire setting of the desert. Other sand dunes are Ludharwa dunes, Kanoi dunes and dunes at the Kuldhara villages.