Discover India's Golden City in Captivating Attractions in Jaisalmer
Dominating the sandy landscapes in the heart of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan lies what has been long identified as the Golden City of India. Affectionately dubbed Jaisalmer, the fort town is a vibrant town laden with ancient structures, historic temples and scenic natural beauty that are hardly found anywhere else in the clay-hued territories of Rajasthan. Founded by Maharawal Jaisal in the 12th century AD, Jaisalmer is also the state's biggest district with a history as old as Rajasthan itself. As one of the most visited tourist destinations in the country, the city is renowned worldwide as a cultural mecca complete with historic forts, palaces, havelis, nature parks and sand dunes most of which are easily accessible via the road, railway or on camel or elephant back. Camp in Jaisalmer Jaisalmer Fort is of course the city's most visited attraction as it is an iconic symbol of Jaisalmer that dates back to the 12th century when the fort was constructed. At a height of 250 feet ...