Golden Fort

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:12:10 +0000

This beautiful and only living fort of India was founded in 12th century by Maharawal Jaisal.It is the ninth and the last capital of Bhatti Rajput rulers who were the descendants of Lord Krishna’s clan.It is famous for its prestigious history, unique beauty and Johar which was one of the bravest and courageous act of Women of Rajasthan to maintain their pride and prestige.The fort is the second oldest in Rajasthan.It was constructed on a triangular hill and stands 250 feet above the surrounding ground.No any cement, lime powder,mortar or clay has been used in the construction of fort.Solid blocks of yellow lime stone have been used for a buttress wall,15 feet high round the hill.This fort has seen many wars and battles.There are 99 circular bastions,three massive walls and five big canons guards the fort.One has to pass through four gates to reach the main courtyard of the fort where one feels himself in the past royal days.There are many palaces, temples, wells inside the fort.Every single house of the fort is a monument in itself.There are 5000 people residing in the walls of fort with all modern facilities

Jaisalmer Fort

admin — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:42:56 +0000

Popularly Known as SONAR QUILA, rising from the sand , the mega structure merges with the golden hues of the desert ambience and the setting suns in its most colourful shades gives it a fairy tale look. Its simply a magic, the bastions envelops a whole townships that consist of palace complex various security sources and the havelis of rich merchants carved with an incredibly light touch

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Golden Fort

Jaisalmer Fort