Being in Jaisalmer was a tresure as I have stored good times in my memory box. I was escorted by my guide Ranvir. Being a master in history, Ranvir told me that Jaisalmer fort was built in 1156 A.D. The Jaisalmer fort is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan after Chitturgarh. It was founded by the Bhatti Rajput chieftain Rawal Jaisal. The fort is made in soft He also informed me that the ramparts, bastions and the long-stretching walls of the fort dazzle gloriously during early morning and at sunset.Two hundred and fifty feet tall and reinforced by an imposing crenellated sandstone wall 30 feet high, it has 99 bastion, out of which 92 were built between 1633 and 1647.

"Exquisite" is the word that comes into my mind when I remember the architecture of the Jaisalmer fort.The five story edifice adorns itself with balconies and windows that displays some of the finest masonry work, while the interior is painted and tiled in typical Rajput style. The main attractions within the fort are a group of beautifully carved Jain temples built between the 12th and 15th century.

Ranvir aquainted me with the fact that the fort stands almost 30 metres over the city and unbelivebly houses an entire living area within huge ramparts. It is approached through Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol, Bhoot Pol and Hawa Pol.Oh! I still hold such vivid memories about the palace.... amazing!.