Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer fort is a world heritage site located at Jaisalmer city of Rajasthan. It is considered as largest fortified cities in the world and famous for its history.

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By Air

Jaisalmer Airport (JSA) is 15 km from the main city and you can get regular flights from Jaipur, New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. If you are coming from abroad then your best option is to land at Jaipur International Airport and then catch a connecting flight to Jaisalmer ka Kila.

By Train

Jaisalmer has its own Railway and you can get numerous local or express trains from the station. The railway station is just 2.8 km away from Jaisalmer Fort.

By Bus

You can get numerous bus taxis cabs and local state roadways to reach Jaisalmer Fort. The fort is located within walking distance from the city so it’s better to hire a rickshaw and reach the fort.

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Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Jaisalmer Fort is locally called Sonar Quila which means the biggest forts placed in Jaisalmer City in Rajasthan, India. It was constructed in 1156 AD via way of means of the Bhati Rajput ruler Rao Jaisal, from wherein it originates its name. Jaisalmer Fort has also been listed in World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO.

 

How to reach Jaisalmer Fort 

Jaisalmer fort is well connected to major Indian cities by rail, road, and air. Local transport is quite good in Jaisalmer. Auto rickshaw is the cheapest form of transportation in Jaisalmer city.

By Air 

Jaisalmer Airport (JSA) is 15 km from the main city and you can get regular flights from Jaipur, New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. If you are coming from abroad then your best option is to land at Jaipur International Airport and then catch a connecting flight to Jaisalmer ka Kila.

By Train 

Jaisalmer has its own Railway and you can get numerous local or express trains from the station. The railway station is just 2.8 km away from Jaisalmer fort.

By Road 

you can get numerous bus taxis cabs and local state roadways to reach Jaisalmer fort. The fort is located within walking distance from the city so it’s better to hire a rickshaw and reach the fort.

 

Things to do around Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer fort architecture is surrounded by numerous tourist attractions and here you will get numerous options for engaging yourself and making the visit more memorable. Let’s see…

1. Camel Safari  

Near the Jaisalmer fort you can enjoy Camel Safari options at whatever time of day you have available. There are many well-known sand dune sites where you can enjoy an exciting camel ride in the desert. Visit Jaisalmer.

2. Visit Jaisalmer Fort

A visit to Jaisalmer Fort is something you will find on any Jaisalmer route. It is one of the few "living forts" in the world, as a significant portion of the city's population still lives in and around it.

3. Photography

Doing photography near Jaisalmer ka Kila is really wonderful thing. It makes you feel energetic and lively from within.

4. Eating Delicious

Rajasthan food- Here you get numerous Rajasthani cuisine which is rich, colorful, and unique just like its culture.

5. Shopping with Locals  

Shopping near Jaisalmer Fort is another enjoyment where you can see and buy lots of decorative items bangles shoe clothes for your home decor.

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