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Jaisalmer Fort is the second oldest of Rajasthan's major forts after Chittorgarh.The unforgettable Marvel amid the Desert of Thar Renowned in the world across as the most prestigious Jewel of Rajasthan desert', this grand fort of Jaisalmer is made of yellow stones. For add on when the setting Sun's rays fall upon this Rajasthan Jewel', it forms a truly spectacular view like the flame waves are emerging from it. Rav Raja Jaisal of Bhati had put the foundation of this fort in 1156 AD. The king, after his name this city was called the Jaisalmer. The second oldest fort in Rajasthan after Chittorgarh fort is tall by 250ft. This fort is enclosing in itself many fascinating havelis, Jain temples of 12-13th century and 5 palaces with skillfully done craftsmanship.
Putting like a golden crown on the head of Trikuta Hill amidst the Thar Desert. So much artfully laid down architecture decides the access to the fort with its four entrances, namely Ganesh pole, Hawa pole, Suraj pole and Bhoot pole. These all lead you to the exquisite havelis. Besides it, increasing the glamour of sand fort there are five interconnected glorious palaces. As a fact of its golden glory, the fort of Jaisalmer casts a magic spell that getting influenced by it a famous movie maker gave it another name Sonaar Killa'.
An experience the ultimate and be a witness of this unparallel marvel, people never worried about to come here in any season neither any barrier of distance lessens their adventure spirit.
