Bikaner

Bikaner is a splash of color in the barren vista of Thar. This dust-swirling desert town of Rajasthan with its formidable fort, solemn camels and delicious snacks has a wonderful rustic appeal. Founded in 1488 by Rao Bika, a Rajput chieftain of the Rathore clan, the city was the capital of the erstwhile princely state of Bikaner. Walk down the narrow winding streets of the old walled-town to discover its many treasures in the form of beautiful havelis and medieval temples.

Major Attractions of Bikaner

Junagarh Fort
This impregnable fortress of Junagarh holds the rare distinction of being invincible even after many vicious attempts by the invaders. Constructed between 1589 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, the strong bastions of Junagarh are home to beautiful palaces, exquisitely embellished Audience Halls, elegantly styled windows or Jharokhas, and many more such edifices.

Camel Safari in Bikaner
Watch the mesmerizing sunset over the dunes as you ride the ship of the desert! Camp in the sands like the nomads and listen to the fascinating desert folklores. The twinkling stars in the inky sky, the soothing cool breeze and the silence of the desert, heightens all your senses. It is all topped by a huge bonfire, traditional music & dance and delectable Rajasthani fare for a perfect desert Safari experience.

Bhandasar Temple
This 15th century Jain temple, with its stone carvings and vibrant paintings depicting the life of the 24 Jain Tirthankaras, showcases the rich craftsmanship of the past.

Karni Mata Temple
This temple is famous for the 20,000 rats that live here. The legend goes that a group of 20,000 army deserters who were marked for a death sentence were forgiven by Karni Mata and turned into rats. They are considered sacred and a huge number of curious visitors & tourists come here just owning to the presence of these “rats”.

Lalgarh Palace and Museum
Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob and built by Maharaja Ganga Singh, this red sandstone palace is a classic example of Indian, European and Mughal architecture. Besides other structures, it also houses a museum and the world’s fourth largest private library.

Other Attractions

• Gajner Lake & Palace- A Heritage Hotel
• Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum
• The Royal Cenotaphs
• Lakshminath Temple
• Prachina Museum

Fairs & Festivals of Bikaner

• Camel Fair
• Karni Mata Fair
• Kolayat Fair

Shopping in Bikaner
From exquisite Kundan Jewelry & bangles to embroidered camel leather footwear and tie & dye Nokha Quilts to a variety of mouthwatering snacks- be sure to take a slice of Bikaner along!

Best time to Visit Bikaner
Best time to visit this desert town is in winters from October to March.

How to Reach Bikaner
By Air- Jodhpur Airport, around 250 kilometers from Bikaner, is well connected with all the major airports in the country.
By Train- The two city railheads; Bikaner Junction and Lalgarh Railway Station; connect Bikaner with most major cities in India.
By Road- Bikaner is connected with the rest of the country by a well-developed network of roads and highways.

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