The Jaisalmer fort, made of golden stones in the twelfth century, is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan and a large number of domestic foreign tourists come to see it. The major historical monuments of Jaisalmer have the highest fort. Jaisalmer Fort was constructed in 1156 AD. The fort of Jaisalmer is a beautiful specimen of architecture. Built by Rawal Jasal, the fort, which is located on the 80-metre high Trikuta Hill, has the outer walls of palaces, houses and temples made of gentle yellow St Stone. Jaisalmer Fort is considered as the pride of Jaisalmer and is located in the centre of the city. It is also known as sonar fort or golden fort as this yellow sandstone fort shines like gold at sunset.