The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal. Lying in the north of the desert state, the city is dotted with many sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval splendor that pervades the city's lifestyle.
More popularly called the camel country , the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here. Be it pulling heavy carts , transporting grains or working on wells, camels are the prime helpers. The wells of Bikaner: an important source of water are other attractions of the city. These are built on high plinths with slender minareted towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed even from a distance.
Binaker's history dates back to 1488 A.D. when a Rathore Prince,Rao Bikaji- a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur(1459 A.D.), Rao Jodhaji, established his kingdom here. Rao Jodhaji had five sons but Rao Bikaji was the most enterprising of them. Bikaji chose a barren wilderness called 'Jangladesh' and transformed it to an impressive city, called Bikaner after the founder' name.
Bikaner Culture
More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here. Be it pulling heavy carts, transporting grains or working on wells, camels are the prime helpers. The wells of Bikaner: an important source of water are other attractions of the city. These are built on high plinths with slender minareted towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed even from a distance.
Bikaner Attractions
Bika Ki Teri, Junagarh Fort, Lalagrah Palace.
Bika Ki Teri
Built in 1485, the fort was constructed by Rao Bika. This fort is situated on the rocky ground, although the fort is not in good taste but definitely presents a reminder of the gallantry of its founder.
Junagarh Fort
Built by Raja Rai Singh, the fort has 37 palaces with in the complex and is the most important Bikaner travel attraction. Pavalions Suraj pol or the Sun gate is the main entrance to the fort. Junagarh fort complex has several travel
attractions which are worth visiting. Some of them are Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal and Karan Mahal. Built in red stone and marbles, the palace is ornamented with mirror work, carving and paintings. The palace has a museum that showcases the rare antiques, valuable miniature painting founded in Junagarh fort.
Lalgarh Palace
Built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in commemoration of his father Maharaja Lal Singh. The masterpiece is built in Red stone and has a beautiful lattice work and filigree work. Part of this palace is converted into a museum known as Shri Sadul Museum and a luxury hotel.BOOK NOW
How To Reach
Airways : Nearest Airport is Jodhpur 240 kms.
Railways: Bikaner is connected by rail with Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
Roadways: Bikaner to Delhi 949 km,Jaipur 316 km,Jodhpur 240 km & Jaisalmer 330 km.
