Gadisar Lake
A 14th-century rainwater reservoir ringed by ghats, shrines and migratory birds.
- Timings
- Sunrise – sunset
- Entry fee
- Free · boating approx. ₹100 – ₹500
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Sunrise
About Gadisar Lake
Built by Maharawal Gadsi Singh as Jaisalmer's water supply, this artificial lake kept the desert city alive for centuries. Sandstone ghats, chhatris and small temples line the edge, and in winter it fills with migratory birds. Pedal boats are available. The ornate Tilon Ki Pol gateway at the entrance was, by local account, built by a courtesan and nearly demolished by the offended royals — who were talked out of it when she added a Krishna temple on top.
Insider tips
- Sunrise here is quieter and better-lit than sunset
- Winter mornings bring genuine birdlife
- Watch for the Tilon Ki Pol arch as you enter — that's the story worth knowing
Gadisar Lake — common questions
What are the Gadisar Lake timings?
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Gadisar Lake is open Sunrise – sunset.
What is the entry fee for Gadisar Lake?
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Entry: Free · boating approx. ₹100 – ₹500.
How much time do you need at Gadisar Lake?
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Plan for roughly 1 hour.
What is the best time to visit Gadisar Lake?
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Sunrise.
How crowded does Gadisar Lake get?
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Medium crowd levels overall.
Nearby
More to see in Jaisalmer
FortJaisalmer Fort (Sonar Quila)
A living fort — around a quarter of the old city still lives inside its golden sandstone walls.
HeritagePatwon Ki Haveli
A cluster of five havelis with the most intricate stone latticework in Rajasthan.
NatureSam Sand Dunes
Rolling desert dunes 40 km west of the city — camel rides, jeep safaris and desert camps.
HeritageBada Bagh
A hillside of royal cenotaphs overlooking the desert — Jaisalmer's best sunset without the crowds.