Important information Bikaner

Bikaner

Bikaner, a beacon of rich culture and heritage   amidst   harsh   desert surroundings was founded in 1488, by the Rathore prince, Bika, the son of Rao Jodha of Marwar. It was located directly   on   the   ancient   caravan routes, which linked  West / Central Asia and North India with the seaports of Gujarat. The city studded with forts, palaces and mansions was once surrounded by a 7 kms. long embattled wall with five gateways. Today, Bikaner is also famous for its delicacies like bhujias, papads and rasgullas.

Tourist Acctration in Bikaner

• Junagarh Fort
• Lalgarh Palace
• Rajasthan State Archives
• Ganga Government Museum
• Bhandeshwar Jain Temple
• Raj Ratan Bihari & Rasik Siromani Temple
• Havelis
• Shiv Bari Temple 
• Devi Kund 
• Camel Research Farm 

Junagarh Fort : The impregnable fort built by Raja Rai Singh in 1593, is encircled by a moat and has many palaces, pavilions and temples. Suraj Pol or' Sun Gate' is the main entrance to the fort. Within the ramparts are fine monuments like, Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas, Rang Mahal, Har Mandir, Chandra Mahal, Durbar Hall, Gaj Mandir and Sheesh Mahal etc. The fort also has an excellent museum.

Lalgarh Palace : The magnificent red sandstone palace was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh, in memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh. It has now been converted into a luxury hotel. Sri Sadul Museum is housed in one part of the palace.

Rajasthan State Archives : The department is internationally acclaimed for its rich collection of administrative records of the Mughal period, which were created during the administration of the princely States of Rajasthan.

Ganga Government Museum : It is one of the best museums in the State, with rich treasure of antiquities from Harappan civilisation, Gupta and Kushan era etc.

Bhandeshwar Jain Temple : The 15th century shrine is the oldest existing monument of Bikaner. It is adorned with rich mirror work, decor, frescoes and gold leaf paintings.

Raj Ratan Bihari & Rasik Siromani Temple : The 19th century palatial shrine withinbRatan Bihari Park was built by Ratan Singhji and Sardar Singhji.

Havelis : Bikaner is also known for its ornately carved red sandstone havelis and mansions belonging to reputed business houses of the region.

Shiv Bari Temple (6 km) : This 19th century Shiva temple was built by Maharaja Doongar Singhji. It is fortified with high walls andnhas beautiful paintings.

Devi Kund (8 km) : It is the crematorium of the royal family. The graceful white marble Chhatri (cenotaph) of Maharaja Surat Singh is a fine piece of architecture.

Camel Research Farm (8 km.) : The farm is only one of its kind in entire Asia.

REACHING THERE

Airport: Jodhpur (243 kms.)

Railhead: Well connected by rail with  Jodhpur, Jaipur,Delhi, Kalka, Kolkata and Mumbai.

 Road  :Connected  by  go<| network of roads.