Jaisalmer War Museum
| Place | Thaiyat |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2015 |
| Museum Type | Military / History |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | W2RG+8J7, Thaiyat, Rajasthan 345001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM (Daily) |
| Entry Fee | Indians: ₹40 Foreigners: ₹100 (Approximate Audio-visual show may have separate charges) |
Museum Introduction
Established by the Desert Corps of the Indian Army, the Jaisalmer War Museum is located on the Jaisalmer-Jodhpur Highway. It was inaugurated on August 24, 2015, to commemorate the bravery and sacrifices of Indian soldiers, specifically focusing on the 1965 and 1971 Indo-Pak wars. The museum is popularly known as 'JWM' and serves as a major tribute to the heroes of the Battle of Longewala.
General Collections
The museum is divided into three main sections: the 'Longewala Hall', the 'Indian Army Hall', and an outdoor park. The indoor galleries display a variety of military equipment, uniforms, and historical photographs, while the outdoor area showcases captured enemy tanks and decommissioned Indian weaponry.
Unique Historical Collections
Features a dedicated gallery on the Battle of Longewala, including a 15-minute documentary film that details the night of December 4-5, 1971. It also displays a Hunter fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force that played a pivotal role in destroying enemy tank regiments during the conflict.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is notable for its meticulously landscaped "Honor Wall" which bears the names of Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra awardees. |
| Artifacts | T-59 and T-54 tanks, 106mm Recoilless Guns, captured Pakistani tanks, military medals, and original tactical maps from the 1971 war. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 299 225 2235 (Desert Corps HQ) |