Barmer is famous for its carved wooden furniture and hand block printing industry. This area is best visited to gain an insight into the desert life and admire the decorative skills of the simple village folk.

Undaunted by the harsh, unfriendly climate. The villagers have some of the most beautiful mud huts that are decorated with delicate folk motifs. The neat hutsare a wonderufl backdrop for the colourtully dressed men and women.

Try and visit Barmer when it is festival time, the Tilwara cattle fair is a good time to be here. Don't make the mistake of thinking that if you've visited one desert city you've seen them all. Desert cities are not all alike.

"Vestibule of the Rajasthani Culture"

Tiny yet lively town in the desert, Barmer is all colour, warmth and tradition. As you visit this tiny town, colourfully attired natives welcome you with a bright smile.

Renowned for intricate embroidery work, multi - hued traditional costumes and block printing of textiles, Barmer is a shopper's delight. The city is also famous for carved wood furniture.

Every year in the month of March, Barmer is at its colourful best during the exuberant Barmer Festival – a perfect time to visit this desert town.