The city was founded in 1156 by Maharaja Rawal Jaisal, who traced his ancestry to the clan of Lord Krishna. Within a century, the area was taken over by the sultans of Delhi, who maintained their rule till the Rajputs defeated them in the 15th century. The Mughals were the next people to rule over the region, and after the empire disintegrated, the Marathas arrived here, who lost it to the British in 1818. Jaisalmer was given the status of a princely state by the British, which it held till 1947.

Attractions

• While here, make it a point to visit sites like Khaba Fort, Bada Bagh, Salim Singh ki Haveli, Gadisar Lake, Jaisalmer Fort and Thar Heritage Museum.

About the Destination:

With narrow streets and concealed havelis which all cut from indistinguishable brilliant sandstone like the fort for which Jaisalmer's has become famous as the Golden City. Jaisalmer follows its beginning to the twelfth century. History lets us know of Rawal Jaisal, the eldest beneficiary of the Rawal of Deoraj. Jaisalmer Fort, Mandir Palace, Patwon ki haveli are few of the remarkable places which you can visit here. Get ready to explore the desert while you head out for this camping with camel safari in the desert.