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Sightseeing's In Bikaner |
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Junagarh Fort |
Built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh(1571-1611 A.D.), a general in
the army of emperor Akbar, These places, made in red sandstone (Dulmera)
and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of countryards, balconies,
kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure.
The imposing fort has 986 long wall with 37 bastions and two
entrances. It is approached through the Karan Poal which is the main
entrance. Among the places of interest are Anop mahal, Ganga niwas
and Rang mahal or palace of pleasure. The Anoop Mahal is famous for
it's gold leaf painting. Har Mandir- a majestic chapel where the
royal family worshiped there Gods and Goddesses.
Aurangzeb. Other Places of Interest are Durbar Hall, Gaj mandir,
Sheesh Mahal or mirror chamber etc.
Timings : 10 AM to 4.30 PM
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Bhandaser Jain Temple
-5 Kms from Bikaner City |
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It is built during the Medival Periods
in the 15th Century ,known as one of the oldest and distinct
monument of bikaner dedicated to Sumati Nath Ji,the 5th Tirthankar
of the Jain Religion.The temple is decorated with rich mirror work,
frescoes and gold leaf paintings...Pure ghee (butter oil) and
coconuts were reported to have been used in laying the foundation.
Carved in red sand stone and white marble. |
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Ganga Golden Jubilee
Museum |
Established near the Lalgarh Palace in
Bikaner in 1937 .It is the best Rajasthan museum, having one of the
richest collection of Terracotta ware, weapons, maniature paintings
of Bikaner school and coins. The exteriors remind the splendid
master pieces of Harappan civilisation, Gupta and Kushan era and
sculptures of the late classical time.
Some principal sections of the museum are:
- Maharaja Ganga Singh Memorial
- Local Arts and Crafts
- History
- Sculpture, Terracotta and Bronzes.
- Armory
- Miniature Paintings and Folk-Arts
- Dr. L.P. Tessitori Memorial Section.
- Lithoprints of the British interpretation of the war of
Independence 1857.
Timings
Open: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
Closed: Friday and gazetted holidays. |
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Golden Triangle Tour |
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Taj With Ranthambore |
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Taj With Pushkar |
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Rajasthan Tour |
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Camel Research Centre
- 10 Kms from Bikaner City |
It was established on
5th July 1984. Prior to that the Centre was known as camel breeding
farm.
The Centre has the responsibility to conduct basic and applied
research for the improvement of camel. An elite herd of Bikaneri,
Jaisalmeri and Kachchhi breed of camel has been developed and
maintained at the Centre. Scientists of the Centre were successful
in finding out the genetic variation within and between camel breeds
using molecular markers.. The Centre has generated useful
information on double humped camel found in Nobra Valley of Laddakh
region.
The Centre has been identified as one of the important tourist place
of Bikaner The Centre has developed a camel museum which attracts
the attention of researchers and tourist. Every year thousands of
Foreign and Indian tourists visit the Centre. The Centre remains
open on all days from 2.30 PM to 5.30 PM for the visitors. The
Centre also participates in various events held during the camel
festival organised every year by Rajasthan Tourism Development
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Laxmi Nath Temple
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is one of the oldest temples of Bikaner. The foundation of Bikaner
was laid here in the year 1488 A.D. by Rao Bikaji. It being a
historical monument has special identity. This temple was erected
during the reign of Rao Lunkaran and boasts of the superb
archeological skills of artists and artisans . It was later
develpoed by Maharaja Ganga Singh Ji. Statues of deities- Vishnu and
Laxmi - have all along received the unwavering devotion of countless
people through the last four and half centuries. |
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Ratan Behari Temple
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A splendid temple
building made of white marble. It is a fime example of Indo-Mugal
architecture, situated on King Edwats Memotial Road, near Junagarh
Fort. The temple was built by the 18th rular of Bikaner state, Lork
Ratan Singh, in 1846 A.D., It is dedicated to Lord Krichna. The
outer portion of this this temple has an ethereal beauty. The
xanctum of the temple is unique where the idol of lord Krishna and
his wife and his girl friend are fixed. The temple has very spaciors
quadrangle floor made of marble. Arcade design beside the Quadrangle
floors mades the sight very magnificent. You are recommended to see
the sight of this lovely temple.
Entry charges. free of cost.
Photography charges. Free of cost
Note: You may take photograph of temple building from outside and
inside, but Photography of the idol is prohibited. |
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Lallgarh Palace &
Sadul Museum |
The architectural
masterpiece in red sandstone, the palace was built by Maharaja Ganga
Singh (1881-1942 A.D.) in the memory of his father Maharaja Lal
Singhji in 1902 AD. The palace has beautiful latticework and
filigree work. Sprawling lawns with blooming bougainvillea and
dancing peacocks make it to be a not -to-be missed visual treat.
This oriental fantasy Designed by Col. Sir Swinton Jacob, is
entirely a hybrid architecture -a mixture of different elements of
Rajput, Muslim and European styles and can be categorized as Indo-Seresanic
style. The Rajput exterior of this palace contrasts dramatically
with the occidental decor within. The intricately dexterous carving
on red sandstone is a hallmark of great craftsmanship. The exotic
palace has magnificent pillars, richly carved fire mantles , Italian
colonnades and motif of lotus in full bloom , adding to the magic of
this jewel of the desert. Walls of palaces are reminiscent of the
past vintage etchings, hunting trophies and old portraits. The
palace has it's own museum and library (the fourth largest in the
world), clay pigeon trap and skeet shooting traps facilities at
adjoining ranges.
Bikaner royal family still lives in part of the palace. part of the
palace has been converted into a luxury hotel and a museum known as
Shri Sadul museum which was donated by late his highness maharaja
Dr. Karni Singhji of Bikaner to Maharaja Shri Ganga singhji Trust
Bikaner in the year 1972 . Princess Rajyashree Kumari of Bikaner,
Chairperson of Trust played a very important role in the
establishment of this museum.
The museum covers the entire first floor of the Lallgarh palace and
depicts the lives and times of three successive - Maharaja Ganga
Singh, Sadul Singh and Karni Singh through the various artifacts and
photographs displayed in 22 rooms.
Visiting hours : 10.00 AM to 5.00 PM (Closed on Sundays)
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Shiv Bari Temple
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Singhji in the late 19th century. The temple is surrounded by an
embattlement wall. It has four-faced black marble Shiva statue and a
bronze Nandi facing the Shiva-Lingam. There are two large reservoirs
of water known as bawaris. This red sandstone temple attracts
thousands of visitors during Shravan (Feb) especially on mondays.
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