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Tour to BikanerGeneral Information  In Summer: 41.8 C (Max) and 28 C (Min)In winter: 23.2 C (Max) and 5 C (Min) Rainy Season: From July to Mid Sept, and very humid (upto 90%) Best Season: October to March A gorgeous scrubland speckled with red sandstone edifices glisten under the blistering sun and welcomes you with open arms. Travel to Bikaner and witness an isolated desert world enlivened with a unique population of rare birds, insects and camels. Enjoy a 449-kilometer drive from Jaipur to Bikaner and experience golden sand dunes of Rajasthan as stunned chinkaras leap past and falcons soar steadily overhead. Entreat yourself on clusters of desert scrub sprinkled with classic grandeur, which reminds you of the glorious medieval ages. You will be allured at the sight of a camel drawn cart standing adjacent to your vehicle with the blasé camel forming an indispensable part of the craggy deserts cape. Various camel tracks lead you to water wells that are considered sacred and a source of life in Bikaner that is almost barren. Some of these wells are medieval monuments with stone platforms and carved minaret towers on four sides. » Bikaner History Bikaner is situated to the north of Jodhpur. Rao Jodha’s sixth son, Bika (after whom the city of Bikaner is named), found nothing more than this wilderness when he came here in search of greener pastures to conquer, but he was not discouraged. The Rathore clansmen set out from Mandore the same year that his father shifted his capital to Jodhpur. Taking with him three hundred zealous retainers, they massacred the first opposing clan they encountered. Next they came in touch with a branch of the Bhattis of Jaisalmer who had settled in the region, and Bika married one of the daughters of the chief. Using this settlement as a base he was able to extend his sway over the entire region. Having secured the submission of the Bhattis, and later of the Jats in the region, he founded his capital Bikaner here. Although Bikaner was intrinsically linked by blood to the rest of Rajputana, historically it charted a different course. The Rathore-Mughal friendship really flourished especially during Akbar’s reign. After the Maharaja of Jaipur and his son, Raja Rai Singh of Bikaner was the ‘highest ranked Hindu’ in Akbar’s court. Later however, relations worsened owing to Aurangzeb’s bigotry, but Bikaner prides over the distinction of maintaining its independence for the best part of 500 years. Interestingly, if Jaipur is ‘the pink city’, Bikaner is no less with the color a few shade deeper and a great deal more all encompassing. Nestled on an elevated ground, the medieval city of Bikaner maintains the romance of the Arabian nights. As you approach it, you expect Rajput princes to come riding to you on their stallions, flaunting their armaments, challenging you to a fight. The fortifications of Junagarh fort include a 5-6 km long crenellated stonewall in rich pink sandstone with five gates and three sally ports, the walls varying in height from 15 feet to 30 feet. » Tourist Attractions in Bikaner  Junagarh Fort Bikaner: Experience the architectural grandeur, as you take an intimate look at the imposing fort of Junagarh. The Junagarh fort was constructed by Raja Rai Singh, a contemporary of Mughal Emperor Akbar. The fort premises include thirty-seven palaces and pavilions. Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate is the main doorway to the fort. The palaces worth visiting are Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal and Karan Mahal. The palaces elegantly constructed in red sandstone and marble are flamboyant with delicate mirror work, intricate carvings and exquisite paintings. An attractive array of kiosks and balconies embroider the fort at intervals, breaking the monotony. The fort also has a museum with precious minuscule paintings and extraordinary antiques.Lalgarh Palace Bikaner: The magnificent Lalgarh palace built in red sandstone offers an enthralling juxtaposition of the Oriental style and European luxury which leaves you flabbergast. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh almost -90 years ago, the Lal garh palace is a remarkable edifice. The palace owns a billiards room, a library, a cards room and a smoking room. Belgian chandeliers, cut – glass ornaments, oil paintings and lamps enhance the charm of the place. Gajner Wild Life Sanctuary: Gajner wildlife sanctuary is situated 32 kms on the Jaisalmer Road. Densely wooded hills and clear blue lakes encase the plush green effervescent forest. You can easily spot a blue bull, chinkara, black buck, flocks of sand grouse and wild boar residing in the sanctuary. Kalibanga: Kalibanga is one of the major archaeological sites of which bars witness of the Harappan civilization. Kalibanga preserves vast treasure of our past and is of particular interest and importance to archaeologists. » Bikaner Fairs & Festivals Bikaner maintains a cultural heritage which is fundamentally native as the abrasive topography and climate allows very little opportunity for cultural intercourse with neighboring regions. However, despite such hindrances, people have developed an impulsive ability to observe festive occasions and have great fun. The festivals celebrated in Bikaner are Shitla Ashthmi, Gangaur, Navratri, Ram Navmi, Akshya Tritya, Sawni Teej, Bhadva Teej, Deepawali, Makar Sankranti and Holi. Among the fairs the Kolayat fair, Shivbari fair, Jetha Bhutta fair, Ramdeoji Fair and Dusshera fair are the most popular. Most of these festivals are celebrated throughout the country.  »Bikaner Culture Popularly attributed as the ‘camel country, the city of Bikaner is celebrated for its best riding camels in the world. The camel nicknamed ‘ship of the desert’ is an indivisible part of life here in Bikaner. Be it pulling heavy carts, transporting grains or working on wells, camels are the prime helpers. The wells of Bikaner which are important sources of water are the other attractions of the city. The wells of Bikaner are unique in themselves. They are built on high plinths with slender minareted towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed even from a distance. » Shopping in Bikaner A walk down the King Edward Memorial road and inside Kote Gate will expose the main shopping hub of Bikaner. The market includes a wide array of things such as purses, bags, slippers, cushions, lacquered lampshades all made from camel hide is a hot favorite among the tourists. The local carpets and the woodwork also earn immense popularity among the tourists. And last but not the least, the world famous Bikaneri Bhujias and sweets which are truly lip-smacking. An abundance of accommodation facilities are available to meet the requirements of the tourists. There are various Palace hotels like the Bhanwar Niwas, Karni Bhawan, and Gajner Palace Hotel. Also, available are the small but cozy and comfortable private hotels. The government approved Paying Guest system is also widely accepted among the visitors. » How to Reach Bikaner By Air: The nearest airport is Jodhpur 240 kms. By Train: The Indian Railways connects Bikaner with cities like Delhi, Calcutta, Agra, Jaipur, and Allahabad etc. The gorgeous 'Palace on wheels' also covers Bikaner in its eight-day tour of Rajasthan. By Road: Though the unfriendly desert sands surround Bikaner but the city is well connected by roads. There are local and inter-state bus services for Bikaner. Tour to Bikaner Reservation Form |
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