WelcomHotel Khimsar Fort and Dunes - Member ITC Hotel Group

Perched on the edge of the Great Thar Desert in the heart of rural India lies this unique 16th century Khimsar Fort which offers experience after exhilarating experience. Hundreds of years of history unfold as you glance at its battle-scarred walls and stroll down its ramparts. As you sip tea on the terraces you realize the beauty of being surrounded by acres of lush green gardens. A true rarity of any desert in the world. Peacocks, parrots, pigeons and as many as forty-six varieties of birds greet you to add to the charm and splendour of this ancient fort.

Luxuriously appointed rooms-some in traditional architecture & furnishings and others in Art Deco, yet equipped with all modern facilities for your comfort. All rooms have Air-conditioning, Heating, LCD television with 200 channels, Mini bar, Tea/coffee making facility, Electronic safe, Telephone with international dialing facilities, Wi-fi internet. Some rooms have private terraces and balconies.

Room types

• Standard rooms
• Superior rooms
• Preferred rooms

During the winter months the piece de resistance is a candle lit dinner set in ancient ruins famously known as Fateh Mahal. An exquisite experience where the reverberating sound of drums and folk dances mingle with the warmth of bonfire that lights the central dome. A never-to-be-forgotten-experience!

The multi- cuisine restaurant offers delectable cuisine. Or Dine at 'Vansh', as portraits of 20 generations of the ruling family gaze and ensure the best of Rajasthani cuisine and hospitality

Indulge your taste buds with a wide variety of wines and spirits or sip an 'Inverted Blackbuck' at the poolside bar- a perfect hangout for a lazy afternoon!

The venue for meals is changed according to the season. Breakfast or dinner is served on the fort ramparts overlooking the pool. A perfect setting. Relish your lunch on the terrace gazebo. See the wide countryside unfold itself at your feet. A bonfire dinner in the sand dunes will add to the charm of your stay at Khimsar.

Conference facilities
One of the most exquisite setups in heritage hotels - whether you are having an important meeting or conference or you are celebrating a personal landmark such as a birthday, anniversary or any other private occasion. Khimsar Fort will provide you with an unique experience. With various outdoor venues, a 4000 sq ft. conference/banquet hall, they could plan your event for the venues ranging from 10 persons to 350 persons.

Spa
Located away from the stress of the city, Khimsar fort is a perfect place to restore your body, mind and soul in a truly rare and beautifully relaxed desert atmosphere. Indulge yourself and be taken away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The health club at Khimsar Fort is equipped with the latest Life Fitness gym equipment. A workout followed by a herbal oil massage/sauna or steam bath will help you overcome the fatigue encountered during your journey through the desert.

Other facilities

• Laundry
• In-room dining
• Doctor on call
• Gift shops
• Business center
• Wi-fi Internet
• Outdoor swimming pool
• Tennis court (Asphalt/flood lit)
• Table- Tennis
• Billiards and Snooker
• Home theatre
• Camel/jeep safari to the Black Buck reserve and sand dunes
• Village tours to the local potter, cobbler, weaver
• Cultural programmes

In & around Khimsar
Nagaur Fort - 40 km
Built in the 10th century. Larger than the Mehrangarh fort of Jodhport. Recipient of the UNESCO international award for restoration is 40 km away from Khimsar.

Osian - 65 km
8th century Jain temples which are beautifully restored are 62 km by road.

Nila Moti Trust - 1 km
A handicraft institute established and run by Mrs. Monica Matter from Switzerland for the upliftment of rural women. The products are sold exclusively in Khimsar fort.

Wildlife Tourist
Black buck Safari - 16 km
The Panchala Black buck reserve is home to three species of antelope- the Blackbuck, Chinkara and Bluebull. A jeep safari could be arranged, followed by tea at the Khimsar Dunes Village.

Demosielle Cranes - 120 km
In Keechan, thousands of Demosielle cranes migrate from southern Europe and north Asia between October and march.

Religious Sites
Hanuman ji temple at Salasar 180 km
Salasar Balaji is a religious place for the devotees of Lord Hanuman. The temple attracts innumerable Indian worshipers throughout the year. On Chaitra Purnima and Ashvin Purnima, large fairs are organized where thousands of people assemble to pay their homage to the deity.

Karni mata temple at deshnoke 125 km
This temple is dedicated to an early 15th century mystic, considered to be a reincarnation of Goddess Durga. It is famous for a large number of rats running around the temple complex fearlessly. Sighting a white rat amidst hordes of black rats is considered specially auspicious.

Brahma temple at Pushkar - 180 km
The Brahma Temple is nestled in the Pushkar valley. It is believed that Lord Brahma, together with all the gods and goddesses, performed a Yagya here. This is the only temple in the world where Lord Brahma - Creator of the Universe, is worshipped

Ramdevra temple near Pokaran - 180 km
The village of Ramdevra is known after Baba Ramdev, a Tanwar Rajput and a saint who took Samadhi (conscious exit from the mortal body) in 1458 A. D. He had miraculous powers and his fame reached far and wide. Legend goes that five Pirs(saints) from Mecca came here to test his power and after being convinced, paid their homage to him

Tarkishah Dargah at Nagaur - 40 km
The 14th century dargah is dedicated to Tarkin Shah, a loyal devotee of Kwaja Moinuddin Chishti.

Day Trips to

• To Jodhpur 90 km
• To Bikaner 160 km

By Air: Nearest Airport - Jodhpur - 91kms
By Train: Nearest Railway Station - Nagaur - 41kms
By Bus: Nearest Bus Stand - Khimsar - 1km