Baramer, which is a part of Thar Desert, is located in Rajasthan which is near about 224 kilometres away from Jodhpur. The entire region covers the area of about 28,387 Sq and is found by Bahada Rao or Bar Rao. Therefore, the name Barmer has been derived from his name. The district is culturally very rich and inherently famous for the varieties of dance, music, art and craft etc. Thereby is popularly known as the hub of beautiful designed furniture and rugs & carpets.

The place is flocked by the tourists all around the year for the famous "Temple of Kiradu" and the Jain temple "Nakoda Parsvanath". Among other famous temples there are Balark & Ranchhiriji temples. Your trip to Rajasthan with Go Heritage India Journeys will be a memorable incident as you get to know the rural life of the local people after you have close interaction. No doubt you will be amazed to know their struggling life amidst of the Thar Desert.

Major Tourist attractions:

Jasol : Located in the Barmer District, is famous for the Jain and Hindu temples which are devoted to Lord Mahavir. Previously it was the part of the Mallani situated in Rajasthan. All the temples are decked up with finest sculptures which throw light of Rathore clan.

Juna Barmer : It is an ancient Fort which dates back to 1925 which has housed a temple devoted to Balark and the ruins of Juna Barmer. The temple has an enormous pillar at the hall way of Maharaja Kula Sri. As a rocky town of Barmer the tourists find it very interesting and pleasant to visit the holy temples across the town.

Khed : It is located on the banks of River Luni which is just about 142 kilometres. It's an ancient capital of Rathores which had been the most dominant ruler of the entire region. The major attraction of this place is Ranchhodrairiji Temple which was established in the true devotion of Lord Vishnu. Now, the temple is under the maintenance of the Tourism department of the Rajasthan.

Kiradu : It is located on the hill of near by village of Hathama and is famous because of the Kiradu temple. It holds an archaeological importance as there are group of five temples. Another major attraction is the "Someshvara Temple" which is being dedicated to Lord Shiva. The structure and interiors of the temple are beautifully decked up.

Mallinath : As a part of Tilawara Tehsil, it is the largest cattle fair in all of Rajasthan. The place has crowd coming from Gujarat & Madhya Pradesh whenever the fair takes place. The fair is popularly known as an amusing incident where people come to trade animals.

Meva Nagar : Previously known as Viranipur, is situated 9 kilometres from Baltra and is famous for the three Jain temples, and the biggest Vishnu temple being "Nakado Parsvanath".

Neemari : It is located on the Chohotan Route just 23 kilometres away from Barmer. You will definitely get attracted to the ancient swimming pool surround by luscious scenic exotic garden.

Rajasthan Festivals and Fairs are occasions to rejoice:

Tilwara Cattle Fair : It is a cattle fair and the place for trading animals. Veeratara Mela: The fair is held thrice in a year and in the dedication of Goddess Valkadevi.

Khed Fair : The fair held during every Poornima in the Ranchor Rai Mandir. This is a religious affair and therefore people come here to pray for their desires.

Parsvanath Fair : Held on Posh Badi in the memory of Jian Prophet Parsvanath in Meva Nagar's Jain Temple.

Thar Festival : The festival was basically introduced in Rajasthan to promote tourism in the state and is held during the month of March.

Shopping at Barmer : The markets at Barmer offer you with varieties of embroidered fabrics and textiles. There are ranges of carpets, rugs, traditional blankets and shawls which are moulded in classic colours.

Pack your bags and come touring with Go Heritage India Journeys to the wonderful land of Rajasthan, full of rich heritage and culture to learn and explore.