Jaisalmer - Golden City by the Desert

Before you reflect on the pleasant memories of Jaipur, you reach another fascinating destination on your tour on Palace on Wheels. Jaisalmer-the Golden City will dazzle you with its giant fort, artistic havelis and beautiful mansions.

Jaisalmer is located near the great Thar Desert and was founded in the 12th century. Since then the city has seen so much but little has changed when it comes to its monuments. The historic monuments in Jaisalmer are the silent sentinels of the royal era of Rajasthan. The credit of founding this ancient city goes to Rao Jaisal, who established the city in 1156 AD. The city was untouched by outside influence for most part of its history due its location. Perhaps, why it was the last to sign the Instrument of Agreement with the British.

Today Jaisalmer is one of the finest tourist destinations in Rajasthan. The golden city attracts tourist from across the globe. The Jaisalmer Fort is the biggest draw for many tourists. The fort is one of the most important landmarks in Jaisalmer. The fort has many interesting tales associated with it. According to the one, Alla-ud-din Khilji besieged the fort for nine years in the 13th century. When fall of the fort became imminent, the Rajput warriors decided to embrace death and fought valiantly. The women folk inside the fort committed jauhar (an act of mass immolation).

There are many beautiful buildings inside the fort that you can visit on your tour of Jaisalmer Fort. The Havelis in Jaisalmer are other tourist attractions that make the city an important tourist destination. Havelis in Jaisalmer are known for their exquisite architecture and design. There are many havelis that you visit on your Palace on Wheels tour of Jaisalmer.

You visit Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, which was built by two architect brothers in the 19th century. The miniature style painting is the hallmark of the haveli. Salim Singh Ki Haveli presents another fascinating sight. The haveli was built by Salim Singh and is reported to be 300 years old. The arched roof and peacock shaped carved brackets are the highlights of this haveli. Patwon Ki Haveli is another important tourist attraction. The haveli is one of the largest and elaborate Havelis in Jaisalmer. The haveli is divided into six apartments.

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