Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Qila)
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The 'Golden Fort' of yellow sandstone rising from the Thar Desert, one of the few forts in the world where people still live inside the walls.
FortJaisalmer districtBest time to visit: October to FebruaryUNESCO heritage 2013
Highlights
- Homes, shops and Jain temples inside the fort walls
- The royal palace and bastions
- Carved havelis such as Patwon ki Haveli in the town below
- Sand dunes at Sam near Jaisalmer and the Desert Festival
Significance
Founded by Rawal Jaisal in the 12th century, the fort stood on trade routes across the desert. It is part of the 'Hill Forts of Rajasthan' World Heritage Site inscribed in 2013.