Religions in Jaisalmer comprise of a vast inhabitants of -Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Jains and Christians. In the region, Jaisalmer bears relics to the rich cultural heritage and traditional legacies of the Hindu religious community. Most of the local indigenous inhabitants of Jaisalmer belong to the warrior group of the great Rajputs who follow Hindu rituals and customs.
Jaisalmer has a vast population of Marwaris who strictly adhere to the Hindu religious customs and traditions Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and the Sun God occupy a prominent position in the religious prayers of the Hindu people of the place. The Marwaris celebrate the Hindu festivals-Karva- Chauth, Diwali, Dusshera, Navratri, Shiv Ratri, and Holi with great religious passion and eagerness.
The city of Jaisalmer wears a special decorative look on the days of festive occasions. The Hindu society is divided and sub divided into castes and sub castes. Caste of a particular individual of Jaisalmer city can be recognized by the color of his turban that is an integral part of hi daily wear. Another dominant religious community of Jaisalmer is Jains. The followers of the religion observe their religious and social customs with equal energy and devotion. Muslims, Sikhs and Christians form a minor population of the Jaisalmer. Keeping in tune with the secular identity of the place, the different-2 religious communities of Jaisalmer live together and respect one another's customs and traditions.
An essential part of Jaisalmer people, culture, festivals, and the cosmopolitan city of Rajasthan observes the festivals of different religious groups with much enthusiasm and vigor.
Jaisalmer has a vast population of Marwaris who strictly adhere to the Hindu religious customs and traditions Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and the Sun God occupy a prominent position in the religious prayers of the Hindu people of the place. The Marwaris celebrate the Hindu festivals-Karva- Chauth, Diwali, Dusshera, Navratri, Shiv Ratri, and Holi with great religious passion and eagerness.
The city of Jaisalmer wears a special decorative look on the days of festive occasions. The Hindu society is divided and sub divided into castes and sub castes. Caste of a particular individual of Jaisalmer city can be recognized by the color of his turban that is an integral part of hi daily wear. Another dominant religious community of Jaisalmer is Jains. The followers of the religion observe their religious and social customs with equal energy and devotion. Muslims, Sikhs and Christians form a minor population of the Jaisalmer. Keeping in tune with the secular identity of the place, the different-2 religious communities of Jaisalmer live together and respect one another's customs and traditions.
An essential part of Jaisalmer people, culture, festivals, and the cosmopolitan city of Rajasthan observes the festivals of different religious groups with much enthusiasm and vigor.
