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[2025 Jaisalmer Attraction] Travel Guide for Jaisalmer Fort (Updated Mar)

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This fort made of yellow sandstone is the symbol of Jaisalmer. It has a long history and is one of the oldest castles in Rajasthan. It was built by the Rajput ruler Jaisala in 1156, and subsequent rulers also built fortifications for it. Several wars between the Mughals in Delhi and the Rasores in Jodhpur. The bottom layer of the three-story city wall here is made of hard stones to consolidate the gravel surface on Sanfeng Mountain. The second layer of the city wall has to be guarded around the castle, forming a mezzanine with the third layer of the inner wall, from which the Rajput warriors poured hot oil and water on the unknowing enemies below, as well as cover Bombing in the sky. Although there are many residents in the castle now, the charm of the former frontier city is still vaguely visible. The main attractions in the castle are the City Palace Museum (FortPalaceMuseum) and the Jain Temple (JainTemples). The City Palace Museum is just above the main courtyard of the old castle. The seven-story palace of the former prince stands tall and has now become the City Palace Museum. Floor after floor of small rooms, you will be more and more amazed how these buildings are designed and how they spy on the outside world. Highlights here include the mirrored and painted RangMahal, a small art gallery with exquisite 15th-century sculptures, and a rooftop space with 360-degree views. In Jainism, there are seven temples of yellow sand and stone connected to each other like a labyrinth.

Address:
Khejer Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001, India
Recommended sightseeing time:
3-4 hours
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