 Situated in the northeastern part of Rajasthan, Bikaner is a blooming beauty in deserts of Thar. The wide spread sand dunes, the moonlit mesmerizing beauty and desert agility, the astounding natural sites, the fabulous palaces and temples, enthralling wild life sanctuaries and archeological marvels all come together to offer a fulfilling holiday with tours to Bikaner in Fascinating Vacations in India.
The history of this fascinating place has very interesting tale attached to it. The legend goes that Rao Bikaji, one of the five sons of Rao Jodhaj (the illustrious founder of Jodhpur) after hearing an insensitive remark from his father went out in search of a place to set up his own kingdom. Thus in 1488, the adventurous Rao Bikaji in the barren wilderness of what was then called Jangladesh, decided to set his empire and transformed the place into an impressive city, named after him.
A visit to Bikaner is considered incomplete without visiting the famed Junagarh Fort and Lallgarh Fort. The Junagarh Fort built during the period from 1588-1593 by Raja Rai Singh, a general in the army of Mughal Emperor, Akbar. This intimidating structure has a 936m long wall with 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. The Surajpol or the Sun Gate is the main entrance of the fort. Highlights of the fort include the Diwan-E-Khas; the Phool Mahal; Hawa Mahal and Anup Mahal. The Lallgarh fort built by Maharaja Ganga Singh during 1902-1926 is an architectural marvel and a must see for all those visiting the place. You can also witness this monument on Tours to Bikaner, Fascinating Vacations in India.
The cultural wealth of Bikaner is the major attraction of the place. The colours, fairs and festivals all add their charm to the place. Popular worldwide for its folk dances and best riding camels, Bikaner is truly a visitor's delight. Situated directly on the ancient caravan routes that came from Africa and West Asia Bikaner was a great centre of trade in the ancient world. This led to the establishment of enormously wealthy Marwari families who are the leading industrialists and bankers of the modern times.
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