The city of Jaisalmer in the state of Rajasthan is also known as “Golden City”. It enjoys the status of being a World Heritage Site. Jaisalmer, once called Jaisalmer state, lies in the very heart of Thar Desert (The great Indian Desert). The town stands tall on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, which contains a palace and is also glorified by several ornate temples of Jainism line of faith. The city dazzles the on-lookers with its golden charm and deciphers with abundant grace, its regal past.

History- The city was founded by Maharawal Jaisal Singh, after whom the city celebrates its name as Jaisalmer, meaning “the hill fort of Jaisal”. Standing fixed in the midst of the yellow sand, is erect a beautiful royal fort carved out of yellow sandstone, giving the entire site a look of sparkling yellow sheet of gold.