Bikaner Travel Guide

 [Camel Festival: January 21^st to 22nd 2008]

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The city of Bikaner is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city of Bikaner (also known as the Camel City or Camel Country) is a must visit destination in the north Indian state of Rajasthan, India. The city of Bikaner is dotted with many worth visiting historical and amazing attractions, such as Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace, Camel Breeding Farm, Dehhnoke Temple, Shari Sadul Museum, Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum, Gajner Palace, Fort Museum, Camel Research Farm, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary and many more. These attractions make Bikaner a very popular tourist destination in India.

Apart from visiting these attractions of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India, one can also enjoy camel ride in the city of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. Camel ride is considered to be the one of the best activities to do in the Camel City of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. The Camel Country of Bikaner is also known for Bikaneri sweets and snacks.

The city of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India was founded by Rao Bikaji (a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur) in 1488. The city of Bikaner is enclosed by high ramparts covering a 7 km long wall which surrounds the old city and has 5 gates. Over all the city is a must visit tourist destination in Rajasthan, India and famous for exotic camel safaris, stunning forts & palaces and temples. Definitely your tours to Bikaner, Rajasthan, India will be an unforgettable & pleasant experience.

Some major attractions in Bikaner
Junagarh Fort : Junagarh Fort is the major attraction of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. This massive fort was built in the year of 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh. Built in red sandstone and marble, this majestic fort contains also some beautiful palaces within in complex. Courtyards, balconies, Kiosks and windows of this fort, all are worth visiting. Don’t miss to visit the Junagarh Fort during your tours to Bikaner, Rajasthan, India.

Lalgarh Palace: The Lalgarh Palace is also a worth visiting attraction of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. The palace is architecturally beautiful and built in red sandstone. This grand palace was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in the memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh in the year of 1902 AD. Designed by Col. Sir Swinton Jacob, is an excellent example of Indo-Seresanic Style. Don’t miss to visit the Lalgarh Palace during your tours to Bikaner, Rajasthan, India.

Camel Breeding Farm: Camel Breeding Farm is also a must visiting sight in the camel city of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. It is the national research centre on camel. This farm is located in the Jorbeer area at the short distance of around 10 km from the city of Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. This research centre on camel was established on 5th July 1984. Don’t miss to visit the Camel Breeding Farm during your tours to Bikaner, Rajasthan, India.

How to arrive in Bikaner

By Air : The nearest airport service is at Jodhpur at a distance of 240 km.

By Rail: The city of Bikaner is well-connected by rail with all the major destinations of Rajasthan, India and also other parts of North India. Bikaner is also covered by the luxury heritage train “Palace on Wheels”.

By Road: The city of Bikaner is well-connected by road to some of the major cities of Rajasthan and nearby states.