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Ruined Paliwal Brahmin village west of Jaisalmer, abandoned in the 19th century and surrounded by local legend.
Kuldhara was a prosperous settlement of Paliwal Brahmins founded in the 13th century. Around the early 19th century the villagers left, with local lore blaming oppression by a state minister and a curse on the land. Roofless stone houses, a temple and lanes remain. It is a protected heritage site and a common stop on the way to the Sam or Khuri dunes.
Highlights
- Abandoned stone houses
- Village temple
- Restored model houses
Tips
- Visit by day; site is unlit after sunset
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