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Bikaner Sightseeings

Bikaner is awesome and beautiful. Bikaner's forts, palaces and temples - magnificent creations in red and yellow sandstone, are living manifestations of its rich historical and architectural legacy. A vast expanse of rippling sand and scorching sun. Bikaner is not only popular for its colorful bazaars and havelis, but is also famous for the best riding camels in the world. The old city is bolstered, by 7 km long imposing walls, with 5 entrance gates, built in the 18th century.

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Junagarh Fort :

Junagarh Fort is one of the most imposing forts of northern India which has remained unconquered till date. Junagarh fort was built in 15th century by one of the most able and trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh. Junagarh Fort has 96 mt long wall, with 37 bastions and 2 entrances, main entrance of the fort is Suraj pol or sun gate. Within the fort there are thirty seven palaces and pavilions amongst which the most spectacular ones are the Chandra Mahal or Moon palace, the Phool Mahal or Flower palace, both ornated with carved panels and mirrors and the Karan Maha. The palaces, exquisitely built in red sandstone and marble are ornate with mirror work, carvings and paintings. A museum with valuable miniature paintings and rare antiques is also located in the Junagarh Fort.

Lallgarh Palace :

Lal Garh Palace is architectural masterpiece in red sandstone, the palace was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in the memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob almost -90 years ago, this is an extraordinary monument. The palace has beautiful latticework and filigree work. Sprawling lawns with blooming bougainvillea and dancing peacocks make it a not-to-be missed
visual treat. Part of the palace has been converted into a luxury hotel and a museum known as Shri Sadul Museum. The museum covers the entire first floor of the palace and houses well preserved old photographs and trophies of wildlife. The palace has a billiards room, a library, a cards room and a smoking room. Belgian chandeliers, cut - glass ornaments, oil paintings and lamps add to its charm.

Bikaner Havelis :

Bikaner havelis are marvels in home architecture which do not exist anywhere else in the world. They are marvelous mansions made of red stone and stand magnificently. The most famous cluster of havelis is the Rampuria Group of Havelis. The wood carvings in Rampuria Havelis are more exquisite and they have diverse exterior and each haveli has a pattern of its own. Rikhji bagri ki haveli have arched entrances and captivating jharokhas look more beautiful because of the flowers embossed on them which are more beautiful than the real flowers. Daga chowk havelis are another cluster of havelis which attracts the tourists. These havelies are adorned with carvings of flowers. Another remarkable haveli near this haveli is the haveli of Poonam Chand Kothari. Its exterior carvings are as beautiful as those of Daga havelis. In every haveli the dankhana is the most adored room and most prestigious too. A dankhana generally has six pillars which has glass mirror with gold frame.

Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum :

Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum is the best amongst the many royal museums in Rajasthan. Its reputation has been enhanced by its rare collection of terra-cotta ware, weapons, miniature paintings from the Bikaner School and coins. The exhibits are splendid masterpieces of Harappan civilization, Gupta and Kushan era and sculptures of the late classical time. The Bikaneri miniatures which are displayed in a separate section for local arts, makes visit to the museum a must.

Prachina Museum :

Prachina is museum opened in 2000 by daughter of Maharaja Narendra Singh Ji. It is an endeavor to recreate the past and highlight the pace of modernization activated with times and a representation of regional museum as there was a lacuna of courtly tradition and craft Museum in Bikaner. Prachina is an effort to highlight the aristocratic patronage which thrived and survived in Bikaner. This museum hopes to build and develop a cultural center to revive the dying craft of Bikaner.

Bhaneshwar & Sandheswar Temple :

Bhaneshwar & Sandheswar temples are the oldest surviving monuments of aesthetic heritage. These were built by two brothers and the temples carry their names. Bhandeshwar Jain Temples is a beautiful 16th century Jain temples, dedicated to the 23rd Tirthankar Parshvanathji. The mirror work and the golden leaf paintings in the temple are noteworthy. The temples have colorful wall paintings and some intricate carvings, and there is a fine view of the city wall and surrounding countryside from the park behind the temples.