Built in 1156 AD by Rawal Jaisal atop Trikuta Hill in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert, the Jaisalmer Golden Fort, also called Sonar Quila, served as a key stronghold along ancient trade routes, facilitating commerce between India and Central Asia. Despite enduring conflicts and invasions over eight centuries, its robust defenses and shimmering golden sandstone walls have earned it the moniker “Golden Fort.”
The Jaisalmer Golden Fort, erected in 1156 AD by Rawal Jaisal atop Trikuta Hill in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert, was a pivotal trade hub between India and Central Asia. Enduring conflicts due to its strategic location, its shimmering golden sandstone walls earned it the moniker “Golden Fort.” Its architectural fusion of Rajput and Islamic influences housed a vibrant community of palaces, temples, and markets. Recognized by UNESCO in 2013, it remains a poignant symbol of Jaisalmer’s heritage, drawing visitors with its panoramic desert views.