UNESCO - Hill Forts of Rajasthan - Jaisalmer Fort Postcard

UNESCO WHS Serie - Hill Forts of Rajasthan - राजस्थान के पहाड़ी दुर्ग - The serial site, situated in the state of Rajastahan, includes six majestic forts. The ecclectic architecture of the forts bears testimony to the power of the Rajput princely states that flourished in the region from the 8th to the 18th centuries. Jaisalmer Fort is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan, built in 1156 by the Rajput Jaisal from whom it derives its name. It stood at the crossroads of important trade routes, including the ancient Silk road. The fort's massive yellow sandstone walls are a tawny lion colour during the day, fading to honey-gold as the sun sets, thereby camouflaging the fort in the yellow desert. For this reason it is also known as the Sonar Quila or Golden Fort. The fort stands amidst the sandy expanse of the great Thar Desert on Trikuta Hill. World Heritage Sites in India - Name: Hill Forts of Rajasthan - राजस्थान के पहाड़ी दुर्ग - Site: Jaisalmer Fort Country: India Location: Jaisalmer, State of Rajasthan Inscription: 2013 Category: Cultural (ii)(iii) Unesco Ref: 247-006 Special Feature: The card has a QR-Code on the backside to navigate for more Informationas about the site.