• Jan 25 2016
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Jaisalmer War Museum

Jaisalmer is an enchanting city with rich history and culture known for its battle-scarred forts, beautiful sand dunes, and ancient temples. You must have seen this city in various movies and felt amazed by its beauty. So this season, let's experience the thrill and chill of this city in person. Rajasthan's golden city of Jaisalmer has many gems to offer. One of the most exquisite of all would be the Jaisalmer War Museum.

Jaisalmer War Museum, otherwise known as JWM, is a museum that pays homage to the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces. These soldiers fought valiantly in some of the most challenging battles in history.

As a memorial, it displays the enormous strength and riches of Indian soldiers and the heroic contributions and sacrifices they made during wartime. The Indian Army's Dessert Corps developed it under Lieutenant General Bobby Mathews. This is a must-visit place in Jaisalmer for anyone interested in the country's military history.

 

With its sleek lines and glass façade, the Jaisalmer War Museum is an outstanding example of contemporary architecture. The museum was designed by Indian architect Shri Jasbir Sawhney, who wanted to create a building to honour those who struggled in challenging conditions.

The building covers an area of 15 acres and has a built-up area of 24,000 square meters. Several wartime collections were housed in the museum, which was reopened in 2015 to mark the golden anniversary of the Indian-Pakistan War. The museum includes equipment, armour, vehicles and more.