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 Situated in Northern Rajasthan, an important centre on the great caravan trades routes of old was founded in 1488 by Rao Bikaji - a descendant of the founder of
Jodhpur. The most famous of all structures in Bikaner is the massive Fort with it's 986 mtr. long wall, 37 bastions, 2 entrances and exquisite quality of stone-carving seen on the palaces and havelis inside the fort.
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Lalgarh Palace: Made of red sandstone with beautiful lattice work is 3 kms from the city and has now been turned into a luxury hotel, the Royal family occupy part of the palace.
Bhandsagar temple: This complex is 5 kms from Bikaner.The most important temples here are the 16th century Parshwanath Jain Temple, the Chintamani Temple and the Adinath Temple.
Devikund: The site of the cenotaphs of the Royal family is at a distance of 8
kms.
Camel breeding farm: This camel breeding farm is
managed by government and is perhaps only one of it's
kind in Asia and is only 10 Kms away from Bikaner.
Gajner: Only 32 Kms away is this old summer
palace and a wildlife sanctuary.
Karni Mata Temple: This temple is at Deshnok 33 kms from Bikaner.This
temple is famous because of the profusion of rats which are considered holy and even worshipped. The temple has huge silver gates and exquisite marble carvings. |
