Salim Singh ki Haveli in Jaisamer

This magnificent five storied structure, was built about 200 years ago by Salim Singh who was a powerful Prime minister of Maharaja Gaj Singh.

This haveli built with yellow stone,  has a narrow base but suddenly spreads out with a projecting balcony on its top story.

Haveli’s Attractions

Adorned with 38  Balconies

The sandstone Salim Sigh Singh ki Haveli is adorned with as many as 38 balconies each in a distinctive design. You will be pleasantly suprised to find that the beautiful blue cupola roof has been constructed in the form of Peacock.

A black and white photograph of a man scowling back from under his turban exists above the balcony, creating such illusion that looks life floating until meeting your eyes.

Referred as Jahazmahal

The front face of the haveli resembles ship stern and thus this haveli is also sometimes referred as Jahazmahal.

The walls of havali retain traces of artwork, sparse enough to look like early studies for paintings.

Though its facade is relatively austere, the haveli is apexed by ornate chhatris and jaalis, whose intricate geometric patterns are strikingly Islamic. You will also find accents that seem quintessentially Hindu, like bell-shaped stone pandants fringing the balconies.

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Like various other cities of Rajasthan, in Jaisalmer too you will find different facets of its own glorious heritage. Although you can find historical monuments scattered all over the city, the Jaisalmer Fort and Museums of Jaisalmer will immediately command your attention.

About Government Museum in Jaisalmer

Government Museum in Jaisalmer City

The Government Museum of Jaisalmer is an important landmark. It was inaugurated in the year 1984. The museum is located on Police Line Road near Moomal Hotel of RTDC and further south of the Jawahar Niwas Palace.

Different Exhibits of the Museum

The large collection of objects like wood and sea fossils help one to get insight into the glorious past days of Jaisalmer and throughout the Rajasthan region.

The main attraction of the museum are 72 stone sculptures and 8 inscriptions, 65 coins, 13 paintings, 179 embroidered dresses and handicraft. These sculptures which belonged to primitive towns like Kiradu and Lodurva, a Jain Pilgrimage, bear proofs of the artistic tradition of the then society. These are as old as 12th century pulsating with glory and grandeur. The uniqueness lies in the beautiful glass case exhibiting the Great Indian Bustard and Tailor.

Time to visit this museum is between 10.00 am to 4:30 pm. No entry fee is required on Monday. This museum remain closed on Fridays and all the gazatted holidays.

Gadissar Lake, Jaisalmer

For anyone interested in seeing the culture of Jaisalmer on display through the ages, the Lok Sanskritik Sangrahalaya or the museum of Folk culture situated on the bank of Gadsisar Lake in Mehar Bagh Garden is a must.

 Excellent Collection of  Artifacts and Mementos of the Royal Past of Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer Folklore Museum, a relatively recent tourist attraction in Jaisalmer, was founded in 1984 by N K Sharma, a local connoisseur. 

The museum exhibits the established art of Rajasthan including excellent collection of art, artifacts and mementos of the royal past of Jaisalmer.

The initiator, NK Sharma painstakingly collected paintings, old coins, post cards and manuscripts and articles related to the folk and culture of the land for the people to learn more about the art and traditions of Jaisalmer.

Folklore Museum

Jaisalmer Folklore Museum is organized into six sections and features a rich collection of paintings, photographs, costumes, hairstyles and jewelry. Other items on display include utility articles of rural life, camel and horse decorations, fossils, ornamental arches, as well as articles connected with folk and cultural lifestyles.

Folklore Museum on the Banks of Gadissar Lake, Jaisalmer

Different Sections of

Suggestions :

If you are visiting the Jaisalmer Folklore Museum at the end of the day, take a stroll to the nearby hill and enjoy one of the predictably spectacular sunsets.  The neighbouring Gadsisar Lake is also a very popular spot to visit, to simply relax, enjoy a picnic or hire a paddle boat.

Timing : Daily 8.00 Am to 6.00 Pm