Barmer is a beautiful desert city, located at a distance of about 157 kilometers
Jaisalmer, 222 km from
Jodhpur and 588 km from
Jaipur
and is easily accessible from these cities. It is the headquarters of the Barmer district of
Rajasthan
and is a quaint settlement of cheerful and earnest people.
It is believed that the city of Barmer derives its name from Bhada Rao, also called Bar Rao, the city's founder. Barmer means the hilly fortress of Bar. The city is believed to have been established in the 13th century. The arid land and extreme climatic conditions have not broken the spirit of the people who carry on a hearty lifestyle, undaunted. The sprightly dances and lively music traditions of the state have been kept alive in the city of Barmer.
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Last Updated on : 27 December 2010
