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GENERAL
INFO
This city lies on the northern point of the triangle of desert
cities. Bikaner is another royal walled city dating back to 1486
AD. It was, however, a major trade centre as it stood on the
ancient caravan route which linked central Asia and North India
with the Gujarat seaports. While other cities of Rajasthan are
rich in lakes and pleasure pavilions, Bikaner seems quite bare
in that respect. Given its severe climatic conditions, the
wealth of its architectural heritage lies in its forts, palaces
and temples.
This desert town in the north of the state was founded on 1488
by Rao bika, a descendant of Jodha, the founder of Jodhpur. Like
many others in Rajasthan, the old city is surrounded by a high
crenellated wall and like Jaisalmer, it was once an important
staging post on the great caravan trade routes. Bikaner is now
becoming more and more popular with travellers. Bikaner has a
superb fort, camel safaris and 30 kms to the south is the
extraordinary Karni Mata temple where thousands of holy rats are
worshipped.
SIGHTSEEING
 THE
GANGA GOLDEN JUBILEE TEMPLE
It is one of the best in Rajasthan, houses an interesting
collection of sculptures, terracotta ware, paintings and also
musical instruments.
THE CAMEL BREEDING FARM
It is 10 kms away from the city and probably the only one of its
kind in Asia and managed by the government.
 JUANGARH
FORT
Junagarh Fort - One of the most imposing forts of northern
India-- Junagarh Fort-- has remained unconquered till date. This
fort was built in 15th century by one of the most able and
trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh.
THE GAJNER WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
It is 32 kms away and located on the Jaisalmer road.
Bluebull, chinkara and blackbuck can be found. There are flocks
of imperial sand grouse too.
 LALGADH
PALACE
Lalgadh Palace - Designed by a Britisher for Maharaja Ganga
Singh, this palace dispalys a magnificient blend of oriental and
european style. The imposing red sandstone monument is designed
by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh.
 GAJNER
PALACE
Gajner Palace Stands Imposingly Like A Jewel In The Thar Desert
on the shores of the Gajner Lake, the red sandstone architecture
of the palace contrasts sharply with the blue skies above and
the abundant greenery of the palace.The place located on the
bank of the lake was the summer resort of the former kings .
today it has been treated as a hotel.
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