Jaisalmer Fort is a unique fort that stands out from other gigantic forts of Rajasthan. Jaisalmer Fort is a beauty that can leave you confused and mesmerised at the same time. This is the reason Jaisalmer Fort's name became Sonar Quila or Golden Fort. It is 1500 ft. long and 750 ft. wide built on a hill with a height of 250 ft. in the Thar desert. This fascinating marvel of Rajasthani architecture and Mughal essence can take your breath away in a single vista.
The Jaisalmer Fort is built with gorgeous yellow sandstone and shines like gold when complete sun rays fall on the wall. When the time comes for the sun to set, the sandstone colour changes from tawny lion colour to honey-gold.
There are four magnificent entrances to the fort. The four entrances are named Hawa Pole, Akshay Pole, Suraj Pole and Ganesha Pole. It also includes many other stunning pieces of architecture such as Moti Mahal, Gaj Mahal, Rang Mahal, Sarvotta Vilas, and Akhai Vilas. Other bewitching places to visit are The Raja ka Mahal Palace (Maharwal Palace), Rani ka Mahal Palace, Seven Jain Temples, Lakshminath Temple, and others. All these places have designs and patterns that are beautifully carved on each and every wall of Jaisalmer.
The Rajasthani style, Mughal patterns, and a little bit of Bengali art touch are just another level of craft. Out of all the Moti Mahal has extraordinary architecture. It was built in 1815 by two brothers who worked from two sides of the house. They made a roof in peacock shape and several balconies, jharokhas that make it an aww struck view. This Moti Mahal is also known as Salan Singh Haweli.