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Foreign Tourists Revel in Jaisalmer's 'Desert Winter' at Sonar Fort, Praise Culture

Foreign tourists celebrated the New Year atop Jaisalmer's iconic Sonar Fort, delighting in the rare foggy and cold 'desert winter' conditions. They danced to local folk music and, in interviews, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's governance and Jaisalmer's rich art and culture. The fog, resulting from a Western Disturbance, slowed morning tourist activity but provided a unique icy experience in the desert. Meanwhile, the winter rain is expected to benefit Rabi crops, offering relief to local farmers.

Key Points: Foreign Tourists Celebrate New Year in Foggy Jaisalmer | Sonar Fort

  • Foggy New Year at Sonar Fort
  • Tourists Praise Modi & Culture
  • 'Desert Winter' Impacts Tourism
  • Winter Rain Boosts Rabi Crops
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Foreign tourists thrilled by 'desert winter' at Sonar Fort, praise Indian Culture

Foreign tourists embraced the rare foggy 'desert winter' at Jaisalmer's Sonar Fort, dancing to folk music and praising Indian culture and governance.

"They praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's governance and were highly impressed by Jaisalmer's art, culture, and sightseeing spots. - ANI Report"

Jaisalmer, January 1

At the renowned tourist destination of Jaisalmer, a large number of foreign tourists thoroughly enjoyed the celebrations marking the arrival of the New Year amid foggy and misty conditions.

Foreign visitors went straight to the top of the famous Sonar Fort to take in the weather and swayed joyfully to music performed by local folk artists.

The beginning of 2026 in the desert regions of Jaisalmer was no less than an icy experience. While the entire country was immersed in New Year celebrations, the first day of the year, Thursday, saw dense fog covering Jaisalmer city and border villages due to an active Western Disturbance in the border district and surrounding canal areas. The pace of life slowed down due to the severe cold and low visibility. Today, at the famous tourist destination of Jaisalmer, a large number of foreign tourists who arrived to celebrate the New Year thoroughly enjoyed the foggy conditions.

The foreign tourists enjoyed the weather by going to the very top of the famous Sonar Fort and dancing to the music of local folk artists. In an exclusive interview with ANI, the tourists praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's governance and were highly impressed by Jaisalmer's art, culture, and sightseeing spots. They also spoke about their New Year's celebrations and enjoyment.

On Thursday, January 1, low visibility was recorded in Jaisalmer city and rural areas. Vehicle movement was affected by fog, with vehicles observed crawling on highways. Surprisingly, while the feeling of cold increased on Wednesday due to overcast skies and rain, the night temperature remained well above normal due to the cloud cover. A significant 11-degree difference was observed between day and night temperatures. However, with the onset of fog on Thursday, a drop in the minimum temperature is now expected.

Thousands of tourists who came to Jaisalmer for the New Year experienced the true essence of 'Desert Winter' this time. However, due to dense fog and cold winds, tourist activity remained low in the morning. Crowds are being seen at shops selling warm clothes and tea snacks in local markets.

This light rain and cold winds have increased atmospheric moisture, causing shivering. However, according to agricultural experts, this 'Mawat' (winter rain) will prove to be 'Golden Drops' for Rabi crops, especially wheat, mustard, and gram. This natural rainfall is a boon for farmers in canal areas, who were facing irrigation issues.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see positive coverage. Jaisalmer is stunning. But the article feels a bit forced in praising the governance. Can't we just appreciate the culture and weather without bringing politics into everything? The focus should be on the artists and the local economy.
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David E
Visited Jaisalmer last year. The fort is breathtaking, especially at sunrise. The local musicians are incredibly talented. Happy to hear the winter rain is helping farmers too. A win for tourism and agriculture!
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Ananya R
"Golden Drops" for Rabi crops is the best part of this news! 🚜 Our farmers in the canal areas really need this. Tourism is great, but this natural boost for wheat and mustard is even more crucial for the local economy.
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Vikram M
Fog in Jaisalmer is quite rare! Must have been a surreal experience for the tourists on top of the fort. Hope the authorities ensured their safety with the low visibility on roads though. Always a concern.
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Sarah B
Dancing to local folk music in the fog sounds like a core memory was made. India never fails to offer unique experiences. The blend of ancient history and vibrant living culture is unmatched.

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