Jaisalmer Fort

12th century1156India

CountryIndia

RegionRajasthan

Period12th century

Year Built1156

About Jaisalmer Fort

One of the few living forts - a quarter of the citys population still lives inside. Built from yellow sandstone that glows gold at sunset, called the Golden Fort. Has survived numerous battles across 800 years. 4,000 people live inside its walls.

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