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About Bikaner
This desert ‘camel country’ town in the north of the state was funded in 1488 by Rao Bikaji, a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur, Jodhaji. Bikaji chose a barren wilderness called "Jangladesh" and transformed it to an impressive city, called Bikaner after the founder" name. It is well known as the land of the finest riding camels, in the world and thereps a superb large fort, a government camel-breeding farm just outside the town.
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Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh almost-90 years ago, this is an extraordinary monument, built in red sandstone. The magnificent fort is a fascinating juxtaposition of the Oriental style and European luxury.
The Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum This museum is said to be the best in Rajasthan and is now run by the Government of Rajasthan. It has a superb collection of terra-cotta ware, paintings, coins, sculptures and arms. This 600 year old temple is dedicated to Karni Mata, a famous mystic of her times, believed to be an incarnation of goddess Durga. Devotees feed the rats, owing to the belief that these rodents will be reincarnated as holy men. The entrance archway is intricately carved in marble.
32 kms. on the Jaisalmer road is located the Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary surrounded by hillocks. Gajner Palace, a summer resort of kings built on the beautiful lake along the sanctuary has been converted into a hotel. Migratory birds like the Imperial Sand Grouse make the Gajner Lake their home during... This 96 metre fort with two entrances was built in 15th century by one of the most able and trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh. The Suraj Pol, or Sun Gate, is the main entrance to the fort. The distinctive feature of this fort and its palaces is the unparalleled quality of the stone carving. ... This is a centre for camel research and breeding, situated 8 kms. from Bikaner and this institute is only one of it's kind in Asia. The farm extends over 2000 acres of semi arid land and is managed by the Central Government. Bikaner's Camel corps was a famous fighting force and still maintains its...
These Jain temples were built by two brothers and named after them-the Bhandeshwar temple-rich in mirror work and the Sandeshwar temple-stylized enamel and gold leaf wall paintings. The temples are dedicated to 23rd Jain teerthankar, Parsvanathji. Camel safaris are organised with skill and imagination in the vast Thar Desert of Rajasthan. The duration of safari can be from 4 to 15 days, though the minimum time duration doesn't exceed the week limit. The Thar is a world of its own, an unending ocean of sand, dotted with dunes and patchly cover... Gajner Palace is spread over 6000 acres. Gajner Palace was built on the banks of Gajner Lake by Sir Ganga Singhji, one of the greatest Maharajas of Bikaner, in the early decades of the twentieth century. The palace is a 30-minute drive from Bikaner.
Planning for unique and memorable vacations then pack your bags for Bikaner, India. Vacation packages to Bikaner will introduce you to the world of camel rides, monuments, forts, palaces etc. Bikaner is known for its rich cultural heritage and festivals. It is one of the most happening tourist desti...
India has always been a tourists' destination for her historical places rich with architecture. Spending holidays in India enjoying these royal places is a lifetime experience for anyone. One of the most famous tourist attractions in India is the Devi-kund, Rajasthan.
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