Jaisalmer War Museum

Jaisalmer War Museum is a military heritage museum located at Thaiyat on the Jaisalmer–Jodhpur Highway, about 10 km from Jaisalmer. Established in 2015, the museum showcases tanks, guns, military vehicles, aircraft, weapons, photographs and exhibits documenting the history and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces. Its galleries include the Laungewala Hall, Indian Army Hall and an Audio-Visual Hall, along with an Honour Wall dedicated to gallantry award recipients.

The museum was conceived by Lieutenant General Bobby Mathews and developed by the Indian Army's Desert Corps. It was inaugurated on 24 August 2015 by Lieutenant General Ashok Singh. It was established to commemorate the sacrifices of Indian soldiers, particularly those associated with the 1965 war and the Battle of Longewala in 1971.

Learn about India's military history and heritage.
Pay respect to the service and sacrifices of Indian soldiers.
See military equipment and historical artefacts.
Explore photographs and exhibits related to India's Armed Forces.
Understand the strategic importance of the Thar Desert region.
Learn about important military events associated with western Rajasthan.
Combine the visit with Longewala War Memorial and Tanot Mata Temple.
Provide children and students with an educational introduction to military history.
Experience an important heritage attraction beyond Jaisalmer's forts and havelis.

Explore the museum's military exhibits.
View displayed weapons and military equipment.
Study historical photographs and information panels.
Learn about important events in India's military history.
Explore exhibits connected with the western desert region.
Spend time at the memorial and remembrance areas.
Take photographs where permitted.
Visit the museum as part of a Jaisalmer–Longewala–Tanot travel circuit.
Combine the visit with nearby Bada Bagh and other Jaisalmer attractions.