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Cultural Paradise and travellers' Heaven, Bikaner, the Desert city, is located in the northern region of Rajasthan.Rao Bikaji, the first son of Maharaja Rao Jodha, founded Bikaner in 1488. Renowned for producing the world’s best riding camel, Bikaner is home to many ancient monuments.
These monuments not only show the glorious past of this place but also reflect the architectural uniqueness of ancient Rajasthan.
Here is a list of places that you should not avoid during your next trip to Bikaner.
In 1588, Raja Rai Singh constructed this magnificent fort around which the city of Bikaner has developed. A combination of Rajput, Gujrati and Mughal architectural styles, Junagarh fort is decorated with carved stones, marbles and paintings.
Among its 37 palaces, the multi-storied Anup Mahal, gold-leaf-covered Badal Mahal, Beautiful Chandra Mahal, and mirror-decorated Phool Mahal deserve special mention. Overall, with its lavish decoration, seven huge entrances, and unique Hindu, it’s aptly called as “a paradox between medieval military architecture and beautiful interior decoration.”
In the year 1902, Maharaja Ganga Singh built this architectural marvel. This red sandstone palace is famous for its magnificent pillars, elaborate fireplaces, Italian colonnades, filigree and sophisticated latticework. The palace has now been converted into a heritage hotel. Its massive rooms, warm hospitality and the delicious traditional food will definitely make your trip extraordinary.
British architect Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob built this ancient structure during the reign of Maharaja Ganga Singh. This Indo-Saracenic architectural monument, a former residence of royal families, has now been converted into a luxury hotel.
Popularly known as Nari Mata Mandir, it draws visitors from across the country for blessings. This famous temple of Rats is located 30 kilometres away from Bikaner. Influenced by the Mughal style this temple is 600 years old.
Bhandasar Jain Temple, one of the oldest temples of Bikaner, is dedicated to the 5th Tirthankar Sumatinathji. Named after a wealthy merchant, Bhandasa Oswal, this temple is made of red sandstone, marble and decorated with gold Leaf.
Spread over 6000 acres on the shores of a lake, this jewel of Thar Desert was completed by the Maharaja Ganga Singh.Once served as a hunting and relaxing lodge of the royal families, Gajner Palace has now been turned into a heritage hotel.
Apart from the marble this place is also famous for its surroundings. During the winter season many migratory birds visit the lake. Among the animals wild fowls, nilgai, chinkara and wild boar can be seen here.
As the city is located in a desert area, its climate remains hot throughout the year. Still travelers can explore this city from the month of October to March. During this time of the year the temperature is comfortable.
Jodhpur Airport is the closest airport to Bikaner, which is 251 kilometres away. Bikaner is well connected by bus with the other major cities of Rajasthan. Air condition, non-air condition and deluxe buses are available for your comfortable journey. By train you can come either to Bikaner Junction or Lalgarh Railway station, both of them are only 6 kilometres away from the main city. Either, you can choose Palace on Wheels, which is the famous luxury train offering five -star opulent services onboard the train.
Bikaner has all the possible reasons to become your next tour destination. Visit this amazing land to witness the glorious history of Rajasthan.
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