Situated equally far from both Lodhruva and Jaisalmer, Bada Bagh is one of our country’s most important sites. Through a series of cenotaphs Bada Bagh reflects Rajasthan’s glorious history. Bada Bagh was once shrouded in a coat of lush green gardens, shining from the desert regions of Jaisalmer. It is a famous site because it is a garden with the cenotaphs of all the Maharajas and other prominent Jaisalmer family members; all royal 6 century Rajputs kings. It has been said that every single cenotaph here has the honor of being built in the memory of either a royal family king or queen who stayed here.
Bada Bagh is actually situated on a small hilltop, and at the bottom of the hill is the entrance to the cenotaphs. Bada Bagh ‘s atmosphere is profoundly breathtaking. The chhatris are the same color as the surrounding landscape, a gray sand brown, and therefore appear in the desert as a mirage. The tall, distant windmills just add up to the charm that this place has to offer. At Bada Bagh the bases of the various chhatris are square or hexagonal. However, the domes can be found in a number of shapes, varying from a basic circular shape to a squarish shape to a subtle pyramid shape. These are free of any kind of artwork, and give only some detail about the Raja they portray in particular.
Opening Hours: 8 am to 6 pm
Entry fee: Rs. 20 for domestic, Rs. 50 for others
