Longewala War Memorial

Jaisalmer War Museum was established in the military station in order to honour the soldiers of the 'Battle of Longewala' that was fought in the year 1971. It embraces the bravery and sacrifices of the Indian Army. It was inaugurated and opened for public viewing on 24 August 2015. It took place on the day of Golden Jubilee commemoration of the India-Pakistan war in 1965. The museum popularly known as JWM, houses two information display halls, an audio-visual room and a souvenir shop. It also has an Honour wall that has engraved the names of gallantry award winners of the Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra. Along with tanks, guns and military vehicles, the display has a repertoire of trophies and vintage equipment.

The place also includes murals of soldiers who lost their lives during the war and the weapons used for the same. The audio-visual room screens the movie about the battle in which Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri, a recipient of Maha Vir Chakra gives a detailed account of the soldiers who fought the war. Located 2 hours away from Jaisalmer, on the Jaisalmer-Jodhpur highway, the memorial is a salute to Indian Army.

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History of Longewala War Memorial
The Battle of Longewala was one of the major battles fought on the western at the time of the India Pakistan War of 1971. On the night of 04th or 05th December 1971, Pakistan forces consisting of 4000 soldiers, Sherman Tanks, T-59, and a medium artillery battery attacked the Longewala border post held by 23 Punjab. Indian soldiers gallantly held the post and show the need for support of IAF. On the morning of 5th Dec 1971, the Hunter aircraft that based at Jaisalmer wreaked havoc on the Pakistani troops with their devastating firepower. The Hunters of 122 Squadron flew 18 sorties and destroyed 100 vehicles, 36 enemy tanks, and killed 200 Pakistan soldiers.

Jaisalmer Tourism

Jaisalmer tourism is one of the best known in the state of Rajasthan as it is full of hospitality. Jaysalmar (or Jaisalmer) is a nicknamed as ‘The Sun City’ and ‘The Golden City’ for it’s bright, hot days and golden colored sand. Alike other Rajasthani cities, Jaisalmer tour will take foreigners towards forts, and other architectural monuments and there are lots of Jaisalmer tourist places to visit in the winters.

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Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer Fort locally known as Sonar Quila is one of the largest forts in the world located in Jaisalmer City in Rajasthan, India.
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Patwon ki Haveli Jaisalmer

Patwon ki Haveli

the city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan a classical architectural marvel stands, known as the Patwon ki Haveli. Situated near the Patwa valley.
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Desert National Park Jaisalmer

Desert National Park

Situated at a distance of around 40 km from Jaisalmer (Rajasthan), Desert National Park is counted amongst the largest parks of India.
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Nathmal Ki Haveli Jaisalmer

Nathmal Ki Haveli

Nathmal ki Haveli is an ornate architecture in the heart of the city Jaisalmer which is otherwise known as the land of the Golden Fort.
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Akal Wood Fossil Park Jaisalmer

Akal Wood Fossil Park

Akal Wood Fossil Park is a National Geological Monument of India located in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is also a Biodiversity Heritage Site.
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Kuldhara Village Jaisalmer

Kuldhara Village

Kuldhara is one of the most haunted place near Jaisalmer. The deserted, narrow and ancient streets of Kuldhara are the source of myths.
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Desert Culture Centre and Museum Jaisalmer

Desert Culture Centre

The Desert Cultural Centre & Museum is located on the Gadisagar Road in Jaisalmer. It is one of the popular tourist attractions in Jaisalmer.
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Tanot Mata Temple Jaisalmer

Tanot Mata Temple

Situated 120km North West of Jaisalmer city is Tanot in Thar Desert of Rajasthan. You will find sand dumes all along with small bushes.
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Gadsisar Sagar Lake Jaisalmer

Gadsisar Sagar Lake

Gadisar Lake Jaisalmer has been a landmark in the beautiful city of Jaisalmer. This lake has carried on the culture and heritage of this land.
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Vyas Chhatri Jaisalmer

Vyas Chhatri

Vyas Chhatri is the assemblage of golden sandstone, an edifice of Rajasthani architecture. It was dedicated to sage Vyaas, the writer of epic Mahabharata.

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Sam Sand Dunes Jaisalmer

Sam Sand Dunes

One of the most popular attractions in Jaisalmer, Sam Sand Dunes are among the best and most authentic in India. The best time to visit these dunes.

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Jain Temples Jaisalmer

Jain Temples Jaisalmer

This group of beautiful temples within the Jaisalmer Fort walls have carved structures which depict pictures of sages, hermits, animals, etc.

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Jaisalmer War Museum

Jaisalmer War Museum

Jaisalmer War Museum, also known as Laungewala War Memorial, is established in the military station designed with the view of honouring the war heroes.

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Bada Bagh Jaisalmer

Bada Bagh Jaisalmer

A magnificent unkempt garden located around 5 kms away from the city of Jaisalmer, Bada Bagh is one of the most frequently visited attractions.

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Salim Singh ki Haveli Jaisalmer

Salim Singh ki Haveli

salim singh ki haveli was built about 300 years ago and a part of it is still occupied. Salim Singh was the prime minister when Jaisalmer.
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Khaba Fort Jaisalmer

Khaba Fort

Khaba fort is a small fort on the outskirts of the city, at almost a 40 km drive from the main city of Jaisalmer. Towards the Thar Desert.
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Tazia Tower Jaisalmer

Tazia Tower

Tazia Tower is an enchanting 5 storied structure located in Jaisalmer. It has delicately carved balconies which are the best part about Tazia Tower.
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Longewala War Memorial Jaisalmer

Longewala War Memorial

Jaisalmer War Museum was established in the military station in order to honour the soldiers of the 'Battle of Longewala' that was fought in the year 1971.