Visit Jaisalmer

Explore the majestic Jaisalmer Fort, a living UNESCO World Heritage Site built from golden sandstone in the 12th century.

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Jaisalmer

Jaysalmar pronunciation, nicknamed "The Golden City", is a town in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located 575 kilometres (357 mi) west from the state capital Jaipur. It was once known as Jaisalmer state. The town stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, which contains the palace and several ornate Jain temples. Many of the houses and temples are finely sculptured. It lies in the heart of the Thar Desert and has a population of about 78,000.

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