Barmer is situated about 224 kms from Jodhpur. Located atop a hill, Barmer houses the remains of an old fort called Garh right on its peak. The town has derived its name from its 13th century founder Bahada Rao or Bar Rao. Initially called 'Bahada-mer', the name was later shortened to Barmer. It was however called Mallani in the 12th century AD. The Barmer district forms a part of the Thar Desert and is surrounded by Jaisalmer (north), Jalore (south), Pali and Jodhpur (east) and Pakistan (west).
The present Barmer district was formed upon the merger of Jodhpur with the United States of Great Rajasthan. Barmer is a collection of ancient paraganas - Mallani Shiv, Pachpadra, Siwana and Chohatan.
A trip to Barmer means a close look at rural Rajasthan, wherein you will find mud-walled houses decorated with motifs and Rajasthanis attired in their traditional dresses.
Barmer is known for its rich crafts, dances and music. The town that was once an important route for camel traders, is now considered to be the center for wood carving, pottery, carpets and other intricate embroidery work.
This sun-drenched desert town bears a magnificent look during the exuberant yearly Barmer festival - held in March every year.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Area
28,387 sq. km.
Population
19,63,758
Altitude
226 meters
Languages
Hindi, English, Rajasthani
Best Time to Visit
August to March
STD Code
02982
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