A vibrant, dust swirling desert town, Bikaner is a culturally rich and traditionally flamboyant city. It is a dream destination for many as the beautiful city can take you on an exploration journey of fabulous forts. As compared to other popular cities of Rajasthan, this one is less dominated by tourists. Exhibiting a rich history of Rajputs, the city takes you back in time and leaves you amazed. This dreamlike destination lets you eye the majestic forts and palaces which ooze sheer wealth in all senses.
Blessed with a series of lesser explored attractions, Bikaner?s Junagarh Fort is a must visit. The fort puts every manmade wonder to shame. Built in the year 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, the construction of the fort exhibits the Mughal, Gujarat and Rajput style of architecture. Its sprawling courtyards exhibit the wealth of the bygone era.
Another popular attraction here is the Lalgarh Palace, which is a majestic marvel built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in the year 1902. This red sandstone palace looks absolutely jaw dropping with a blend of Mughal, Rajput and European architectures. Another architectural beauty of Bikaner is the Gajner Palace. The location of this palace makes it a must visit attraction, as travelers can enjoy a leisure time while relishing the chirping of hundreds of migratory birds.
The history enthusiasts love spending time exploring the Ganga Singh Museum and Sadul Singh Museum. These museums house souvenirs of the past, including paintings, pottery, weapons, artefacts etc.?
The Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is also a must visit attraction of Bikaner. The Sanctuary is home to a number of animals, including Chinkara (black buck), wild boar and neelgai. One can also spot numerous varieties of birds here which find shelter in the sanctuary?s rich flora and fauna.
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