Drive to Khimsar.
The drive is very interesting as gradual transformation takes place
between the green hilly areas of the Aravallis & the barren
desert land. The beautiful hamlet of Khimsar perched on the edge
of the Thar desert has a castle which dates back to the 15th century.
Arrive & check into this mooted Royal Castle built as a "Thikana"
or fortified home of a local ruler. The battle scarred walls &
turrets are a reminder of the glorious past......by the mid 18th
century the Royal family moved in a new "zenana" or
ladies residence was erected with finely carved windows in stone.
Take a camel safari through the villages & countryside farms
to the sand dunes nearby (15 kms). Stop for tea at sunset on the
marvelous sand dunes & lookout on to the wide expanse of the
semi arid desert.......
An exciting jeep safari to the famous Black Buck Sanctuary to
spot antelope, blue bull, quantities of peacocks, deer and black
buck. Continue the safari through the various tribal villages
of the "Bishnois" who are well known lovers of nature
& staunch environmentalists.
Enjoy a picnic lunch out on the dunes with chilled beer.
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