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From here you\u2019ll have a chance to check in to your hotel and freshen up before heading out on a walking tour with your leader to get to know this storied desert city. The citadel was built by Rawal Jaisal of the Bhati Rajput in 1156 AD, and with a history that\u2019s been carefully recorded by the bards of Rajasthan since the 12th century, its not hard to imagine what life here once looked like. Strung between the former trade routes of the Great Thar Desert, your leader will share stories of Jaisalmer\u2019s prosperous past. Today the city is alive with colourful shops and ornately decorated royal havelis contained within the ancient fort walls. 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From here you\u2019ll make your way to the Sadar Bazaar in the Old City for a guided tour of the market and the opportunity to taste some local delicacies like lassi and dal baati, both classics of Indian cuisine for a good reason \u2013 they\u2019re delicious! 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Meaning \u2018beautiful colours\u2019, the vibrant pieces crafted by the women at Sunder Rang stand in contrast to the surrounding desert landscapes. More than 30 women are currently employed by Sunder Rang, with an hour of their workdays dedicated to their education. Meet the ladies who work here, browse the beautiful pieces they\u2019ve created and learn about the impact the project has had on their lives, as well as their families and the wider village. 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After a traditional welcome by the local women, your leader will take you on a guided walk around the village where you\u2019ll have an opportunity to have a chat to some of the locals and get a sense of small-town Indian life. This evening you\u2019ll have the chance to take part in a very special women\u2019s-only celebration. 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On arrival, stretch your legs with an orientation walk around the city. Follow your leader down streets buzzing with camel carts, rickshaws, trucks and bicycles and explore bazaars bursting with colourful goods, including handcrafted textiles, folk art, and the local speciality of semi-precious stones. After your walk, discover a beloved part of Indian culture as you head out for a screening of a Bollywood film. 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