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Khimsar Fort Khimsar
Located at the edge of the Great Thar Desert in the heart of rural India, the unique fort at Khimsar offers a wide range of experiences. It is spread over 11 acres of sprawling lawns, and the unspoilt and well-preserved Khimsar Fort offers an unbelievable resort atmosphere with modern comforts, away from the hustle and bustle of polluted, cramped cities.
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Getting There
Air : Nearest airport Jodhpur (90 km) is connected by regular flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur
Rail : Nearest railway station is Jodhpur (90 km)
Road : Drive to Khimsar from Jaipur, Ajmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner or Jaisalmer
Some important road distances.
Delhi 528 KMS
Jaipur 330 KMS
Jodhpur 90 KMS
Jaisalmer 302 KMS
Nagaur 40 KMS
Things to do
In & Around Khimsar:
Inhouse ancestral museum : has a collection of miniature paintings and family memorabilia.
Handicrafts : The handicraft shop has articles personally picked by the members of the royal family. Witness the revival of Rajasthan's ancient handicrafts by visiting the local cobbler, goldsmith, potter, weaver and stone mason.
Village : Ride into the village or the countryside on horse or camel back, or if you so prefer, rent a bicycle.
Star Gazing : Use the inhouse telescope to gaze at the clear starlit night.
Forays from Khimsar:
Camel/Horse/Jeep Safari : Apart from a camel/horse safari in the village or to the nearby sand dunes, a personalised jeep safari to the Black Buck Reserve (15 km away) is something not to be missed. Follow it up with picnic tea atop the famous Panchala sand dunes and watch the sun dip into the marvelous desert countryside.
Bikaner : A day trip to Bikaner (150 km) enroute the Rat Temple at Deshnoke, Nagaur Fort, the 8th century Jain temples at Osian can be made comfortably.
Eating
Rajasthani, Indian and Continental cuisine are served in the multi-cuisine restaurant at Khimsar Fort. There is also a coffee shop.
Facilities
Travel Desk
Room Service
Conference Facilities
Laundry
Florist
Car Parking
Doctor on call
CC TV
Gym/Health Club
Swimming Pool
Telephones with direct dialing
Refrigerator
Television lounge
Yoga
Camel and Horse riding
Golf driving range and Putting green
Grass playing field for soccer and cricket
Telescope for star gazing
Handicraft shops
Money exchange
Banking facilities
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