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JAISALMER FORT

Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

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Jaisalmer Fort, nestled on the golden sands of Thar Desert, is not just a fort but a mini-town with houses, temples, shops, and restaurants. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it falls under the category of 'Hill Forts of India'. Built in 1156, Jaisalmer Fort gets its name from the former Bhati Rajput ruler Rao Jaisal. More than three thousand people live within the fort walls with multiple entrance gates on the path up top, the last of which directs you to the popular public square named Dashera Chowk. The fort stands at an impressive height of 250 feet and is surrounded by a 30 feet tall walls. Owing to its altitude, it offers a stunning and panoramic view of Jaisalmer city draped in golden yellow. One of the largest forts in the world, Jaisalmer Fort is located on the southern edge of the city and is popularly known as 'Sonar Qila' or 'Golden Fort'. It is a massive structure exhibiting its aesthetic beauty.

Suggested time duration

4 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

November to March

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
 07:00 AM 06:00 PM 30 10
  • Foreigner Adult Fee : 100

Other Fee's

  • Still Camera - 50/-
  • Video Camera - 150/-

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Parivahan Nigam Bus Stand
1 KM 1800-2000-103
Jaisalmer Railway Station
1.6 KM 139
Jaisalmer Airport
9.4 KM 02992-250048

What to Carry

  • Carry Water Bottle and Snacks

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets Restaurants

Parking

Parking is Available for 15 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Jaisalmer 1 KM

Nearest Temples

LODURVA PARASAWANATH JAIN TEMPLE
 Lodurva, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

Built in 12th century by Bhati Rajput king Rao Jaiswal

Distance: 5.9 KM

Nearest Attractions

BoatingGADISAR LAKE BOATING
  Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

Beautiful archway built with the famous yellow sandstone

Distance:1.6 KM

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JAISALMER FORT

Jaisalmer Fort, near Gopa CHOCK, Dhibba Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

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