Gadisar Lake, Jaisalmer

Overview

Gadisar Lake was dug in the fourteenth century by the Jaisalmer ruler Maharawal Gadsi Singh as a rainwater reservoir for the desert city. Small temples, shrines and ghats surround it, and boats are available for rides.

The ornate Tilon ki Pol gateway at its entrance is named after a courtesan who is said to have paid for it. The lake is especially beautiful at sunrise, with birds and soft light on the sandstone.

What to look for

• The Tilon ki Pol gateway
• The temples and ghats around the water
• Sunrise on the lake
• Pedal-boat rides on the water

Visiting tips

• Go at sunrise for the best light and the quietest scene.
• Water levels depend on the monsoon, so the lake looks different through the year.
• Combine it with Jaisalmer Fort and Patwon ki Haveli.

Why visit with a private guide

A private guide shows you where to stand, when to arrive and what most visitors miss at Gadisar Lake, Jaisalmer, and fits the visit around the rest of your day.

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Nearby

Junagarh Fort Karni Mata Rampuria Havelis Fort Patwon ki Haveli Sam Sand Dunes Desert Camp Bhandasar Jain Temple