URBAN STUDIES - I

‘CITY THROUGH MY LENS ’

JAISALMER….

MANOHAR SUTHAR
STUDIO – 18B
ROLL NO - 18079
The cosmopolitan city of Jaisalmer
comprises of several religions of Hindus,
Jains, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians.
Most of the native population of Jaisalmer
follows Hindu religious customs and
rituals.

The Marwari community of the place

observes the Hindu festivals with
great religious fevor and zeal.

The traditional folk music and dance

is an integral part of the social and
cultural life of the indigenous
inhabitants of Jaisalmer.
 The Kalbeliya dance of the
community of snake charmers
portrays the rich artistic caliber
and creative imagination of the
dancers.

The unique decorative

work on the walls, ceilings
and pillars of the
The crafts of Jaisalmer comprise historical monuments
of unique art and craft works of reflect the rich
exquisite designs of silver craftsmanship of the local
jeweleries, printing work, highly artisans of the ancient
decorative leather products and times.
embroidery works.
The Desert Festival of
Jaisalmer provides the local
inhabitants and the tourists
as well to explore the unique
folk traditions of the ancient
times.

In the villages the main sources of

income are animal rearing and
farming. Every family keeps cows,
goats, sheep and camel.