Situated deep inside the Thar Desert is the majestic Jaisalmer Fort of Rajasthan. It is supposed to be one of the biggest desert forts in the world. The magnificent Jaisalmer Fort is said to be around 800 years old. Although located in the desert, this major settlement was once an important trade route. Due to new means of transportation and new shipping routes, this fort was ignored with times to come. Even today the Jaisalmer Fort of Rajasthan stands upright in its entire splendor and has succeeded in placing a remote place like Jodhpur on the world map as one of the most frequented tourist destinations in India.
The Jaisalmer Fort is made up of golden yellow sandstones because of which the Fort is locally known as Sonar Quila (Golden Fortress). Jaisalmer was founded around 1156 A.D. by a Rajput ruler named Raja Rawal Jaiswal. The famous Indian film-maker Satyajit Ray also wrote a novel based on the fort and called it "Sonar Quila". The Fort comprises of Jain Temples, a royal palace, magnificent havelis (mansions) and four huge gateways and is located on top of the Trikuta Hill. The Fort stands tall reaching a staggering height of 250 feet and houses nearly one fourth of the ancient city's population. The fort receives its supply of water from in-built wells. more..
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