Jaisalmer Fort Palace Museum (Raj Mahal)
Raj Mahal
The seven-story Raj Mahal palace inside Jaisalmer Fort displays royal weapons, silverware and miniature paintings, and its rooftop offers views over the golden city.
The Raj Mahal, or Royal Palace, was the residence of the Rawal rulers over the centuries. It is made up of a cluster of connected palaces, linked by narrow staircases and carved stone windows. The museum displays a throne, silver furniture, weapons, stamps, miniature paintings and everyday objects from court life. The visit ends on a rooftop terrace with 360-degree views over the fort and the surrounding desert. Foreign visitors pay about 500 rupees, which includes an audio guide. Photography costs extra. The palace is open roughly 08:00 to 18:00, with earlier closing in winter. It stands in the central Palace Square of the fort, and mornings are the least crowded time to visit.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Jaisalmer Fort
- Jain Temples of Jaisalmer Fort
- Nathmal Ki Haveli
- Salim Singh Ki Haveli
- Patwon Ki Haveli
- Mandir Palace & Tazia Tower (Badal Vilas)
- Thar Heritage Museum
- Gadisar Lake