Barmer is an ancient and historical city in Rajasthan which was founded in the 13th century. The city and its surrounding regions are known for its prosperous handicrafts and conventional art forms. Besides handicrafts and embroidery work, the region is strongly associated with historical sites, ancient temples, folk music and dance. Tourists from all across the globe visit here to feel the ancient charm of India in this sun-soaked land.
Barmer is considered an embodiment of rich culture and heritage of Rajasthan where tourists get a glimpse of the rustic beauty going hand-in-hand with the ancient culture and heritage. Popular tourist attractions include here the Barmer Fort, Devka-Sun Temple, Juna Jain Temple, Rani Bhatiani Temple, Vishnu Temple and Safed Akhara etc. Tourists can take excursions to nearby places like Khed, Jasol and Meva Nagar to peep into ancient charm of the land.

If the historical town of Khed can be visited for its many temples like old Vishnu Temple of Ranchhriji, a Jain temple, then the Jasol for its Jain temple and Hindu temple while Meva Nagar for its three Jain temples. Many festivals and fairs are celebrated in Barmer with splendour and cheerfulness for all round the year. Some of popular fair and festivals include the Mallinath Cattle Fair at Tilwara, Veeratara Mela and Barmer Thar Festival.