Bikaner Tour
Welcome to Bikaner, a city of opulence and grandeur in the enchanting state of Rajasthan, India! Known for its splendid palaces, intricate havelis, and delectable culinary delights, Bikaner offers a captivating experience for travelers. As you embark on your Bikaner tour, get ready to immerse yourself in a world of regal architecture, vibrant markets, and a rich cultural heritage. With its magnificent Junagarh Fort, splendid havelis adorned with intricate carvings, and the world-famous Bikaneri snacks, Bikaner showcases the essence of Rajasthani grandeur. Explore the intricately designed courtyards and palaces within the Junagarh Fort, marveling at the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic brilliance.
Stroll through the bustling bazaars of Bikaner, where you can shop for textiles, handicrafts, and traditional Rajasthani artifacts. Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Bikaneri bhujia, rasgullas, and other delectable snacks that have made the city famous. From the sacred Karni Mata Temple, known for its rat population, to the peaceful and picturesque Gajner Lake, Bikaner offers a blend of spirituality, natural beauty, and architectural splendor. So, prepare to be mesmerized by the royal charm, warm hospitality, and culinary delights of Bikaner as you embark on a journey that will leave you with cherished memories. Let's begin our Bikaner tour and explore the rich cultural tapestry of this fascinating city.
JUNAGARH FORT
Junagarh is an impregnable bastion that holds the distinction of having never been captured. It was constructed in 1588 AD by Raja Rai Singh, one of Emperor Akbar’s most distinguished generals.The fort complex houses some magnificent palaces.
LALGARH PALACE
Maharaja Ganga Singh commissioned the construction of this majestic palace. This architectural marvel is made entirely of red sandstone and was built in 1902 to commemorate his father, Maharaja Lal Singh.The design by Sir Swinton Jacob.
GANGA GOVERNMENT
Described as the best museum in the State, the museum contains a rich display of archaeological artefacts from Harappa and the early Gupta periods. There are separate sections for paintings, arts and craft, woven carpets, clay pottery.
LAXMI NIWAS PALACE
Laxmi Niwas Palace was the residence of the king of Bikaner, Maharaja Ganga Singh. Built between 1898 and 1902 by British architect Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob, this structure displays an Indo-Saracenic architectural style. It is now a hotel.
KARNI MATA TEMPLE
The Karni Mata Temple at Deshnok is a beautiful structure made of stone and marble, inside which resides an image of Karni Mata. The image is decorated with a ‘mukut’ (tiara) and garlands. The images of her sisters and the sisters of Avad Mata.
JAIN TEMPLE BHANDASAR
Jain Temple Bhandasar is a 15th century temple dedicated to the 5th Tirthankar (a person that has conquered the cycle of life, death and rebirth and paved the path for others to attain nirvana), Sumatinathji.
KODAMDESAR TEMPLE
24 kilometres from Bikaner is the Kodamdesar Temple. Kodamdesar Bhainru Ji was installed by Rao Bikaji sometime during the first three years of his arrival from Jodhpur. This place of worship was initially chosen as the site to lay Bikaner.
SHRI LAXMINATH TEMPLE
The rulers of Bikaner regarded Lord Laxminathji (Lord Vishnu) as the real king of Bikaner and themselves as his Deewans or Ministers. This temple, made of marble and red stone, was constructed to enshrine Lord Laxminath whose throne rests here.
SHIV BARI TEMPLE
Located just 6 kilometres from Bikaner, this Shiva temple is fortified by a high wall. It was commissioned and built by Maharaja Doongar Singh in the 19th century to commemorate his father Maharaja Lal Singh.The highlights of this red stone temple.