Museum
Desert Culture Centre & Museum
A charming collection of local objects, costumes, instruments and traditions that helps bring Jaisalmer's desert culture to life.
About Desert Culture Centre & Museum
The Desert Culture Centre and Museum, near Gadisar Lake, was set up by the local historian N. K. Sharma to gather the everyday objects of life in the Thar: musical instruments, textiles, fossils, coins, utensils and puppets.
Its main draw is the evening puppet show, a short performance of traditional Rajasthani kathputli with live music, which makes an easy add-on after sunset at the lake.
Desert Culture Centre & Museum At A Glance
- Location
- Jaisalmer
- Type
- Museum
- Heritage Status
- Cultural heritage museum
- Entry
- Arranged by your guide on the day
Good To Know
Visiting Desert Culture Centre & Museum
Is the Desert Culture Centre puppet show worth it?
- Yes, as a light, enjoyable hour of folk puppetry with live music, especially with children. Show times change with the season, so we confirm them for your date.
Is it near Gadisar Lake?
- Yes, a few minutes' walk from the lake.
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