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Bikaner :
The crown of Thar Desert was founded by Rao Bika in 1488 AD. It has a blend of modernity and old culture, a royal culture emanating from chivalry, tradition and faith. Realising that a struggle for his paternal inheritance was unlikely to bear fruit, prince Bikaji, the son of Rao Jodha of Jodhpur, decided to chart out his own destiny. He assembled a strong force of young worriors which proved to be powerful in the hazardous desert. At Deshnoke he sought the blessings of Karni Mata, a mystic. She blessed him and prephesied victory and thus Bikaji defeated his opponents and founded the city of Bikaner in 1488. Desert city Bikaner stands on a slight eminence and has fascinating royal monuments, temples, havelies and colorful bazaars.

Celebrations are a way of life in Bikaner as seen in its colorful festivities. The exotic Desert City throbs to life when the Ship of desert majestically move in processions swaying music. Bikaner has retained its medieval aura, and traditional life style unruffled by modernity.

Places of Attraction: 

Junagarh Fort :
Junagarh Fort, the impregnable fort, which has the distinction of remaining unconquered. Raja Rai Singh (1571 - 1611 AD), built this impressive fort. A moat and houses many outstanding palaces, pavilions, and temples made of red sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies encircle it. Some places of interest inside the fort are Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas, Durbar Hall, Har Mandir, Gaj Mandir, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal and Chandra Mahal.

Prachina Musuem:
Prachina Musuem, Situated Inside Junagarh fort, the museum houses antique displays of royal family and famous handicrafts of Bikaneri artisans. The souvenier shop at musuem also sells decorative items.

Laxmi Niwas Palace:
Laxmi Niwas Palace, on the outskirts of the city, this imposing red sandstone palace built by Maharaja Ganga Singh, in commemoration of his father Maharaja Lal Singh. This oriental fantasy designed by Sir Swinton Jacob is among the purest forms of a Rajput palace, full of European luxury.

Ganga Govt. Museum:
Ganga Govt. Museum, a rich collection of antiquities from Harappan civilisation, Gupta and Kushan era etc. A separate section of arts and crafts, and a beautiful collection of paintings, weaponry etc.

Bhandeshwar Jain TempleLaxminath Temple, 14th century temples, rich in mirror work, decor and frescoes.  
Devi Kund, its the royal crematorium, with several exquisite cenotaphs. The Maharaja Surat Singh's Chattri is beautifully made of white marble.  
Camel Research Farm, the only one of its kind in entire Asia.  

Deshnok Karni Mata Temple:
Deshnok Karni Mata Temple, (30kms) shrine of Goddess Karni Mata, an incarnation of Goddess Durga, she blessed Rao Bika, and has been the titular deity of the Bikaner dynasty. The temple is unique as the rats are venerated over here and called Kabas the shrine is a sanctuary for them. It has a richly carved entrance and superb silver doors with images of Gods embossed over it.

Gajner, (32 kms) :
Gajner, (32 kms) the wildlife sanctuary situated here, amidst lush green surrounding on the road to Jaisalmer. A haven for Chinkara, Black Buck, Nilgai and imperial sand grouse. The palace on the bank of river is has been converted into a hotel.

Kolayatji, (50 kms) :
Kolayatji, (50 kms) ancient pilgrimage, with temple of Kapil Muni. It has many magnificent marble temples with sandstone pavilions and ghats (bathing places) are located around an artificial lake.

Kalibanga205 kms): (
A archaeologists delight, the findings of the remains of pre-Harappan and Harappan civilization has generated immense interest. It is almost as large as Harappa and Mohenjodaro, and designed on the same plan. 

Best Time to Visit: October – March

STD Code: 0151

Airport: Nearest Airport is Jaipur & Jodhpur.

Railway Station: Bikaner Railway Station, 2 km from the city, connected to all major cities of India.

Road: Bikaner is well connected with Jaipur (321 km), Delhi (223 km) and other major cities of Rajasthan like Jaisalmer, Udaipur, etc.

CLIMATE:Situated at a height of 228 m, the city of Bikaner experiences a typically desert climate. In the summer time Bikaner weather is quite hot. The average temperature in summers falls in the range of 41.8° C to 28.0° C. In winters, the climate of Bikaner is quite pleasant. The average temperature in the winter season falls in the range of 23.2° C to 5.0° C. Regarding the climatic conditions of Bikaner, Rajasthan in the monsoon season, the rainfall averages between 26 cm and 44 cm. The period of October to February provides the best time to visit the city of Bikaner.

 
Rajasthan Cities
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Jodhpur - Sun City
Udaipur - Lake City
Jaisalmer - Desert City
Bikaner - Camel City
Mount Abu - Hill Station
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