JAISALMER FORT PALACE MUSEUM
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7-storey overhanging palace on Dashera Chowk square, a must-see for the beautiful view of Jaisalmer from the terraced roof
Overlooking the seven-storey Dashera Chowk square, Jaisalmer's palace is a disappointment compared to those in Jodhpur or Bikaner. Most of its rooms are empty or just adorned with uninteresting paintings. A few rooms, built between the 17th and 19th centuries, have preserved their decorations, frescoes, mirrors and sculptures, such as the bedroom of Rang Mahal, ruler of Jaisalmer in the 18th century. The main attraction of the visit is the superb view over Jaisalmer from the roof terrace. Note the small metal parasol atop the palace, emblematic of Krishna and the Yadav rulers from whom the Bhattis are said to have descended, via the famous "branch of the Moon". Nevertheless, the palace remains a major attraction in Jaisalmer, and traffic jams are frequent in the narrow corridors and staircases. Also of note is the reopening to the public of the maharani's apartments after many years of renovation. This part of the palace was severely damaged by the torrential monsoon of 1993 and the earthquake of 2001. The restoration work is clearly visible and does not always blend harmoniously with the existing structure. The royal family of Jaisalmer abandoned the palace in the 18th century, after the construction of the Mandir Palace. The compulsory audio-guide is a useful way of imagining what this fort might have been like in the glorious days of the all-powerful maharajas. However, you'll need to leave a substantial deposit or show proof of identity to obtain one.
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