Lalgarh Palace Bikaner

Maharaja Ganga Singh Ji of Bikaner built Lalgarh Palace in 1902 in memory of his father. This beautiful palace is the finest specimen of architectural art. The palace has the work of an attractive jalnuma Zardozi. The gardens and peacock dance of the palace enthrall the tourists. The palace is only 03 km away from the main city. The library of Lalgarh Palace is also very magnificent and has the largest collection of original Sanskrit manuscripts which has a collection of many handwritten books.  The palace, built of red stones, is designed by the architect Sir Swinton Yakub, who designed the structures of the buildings using a mixture of Rajput, Mughal and European styles. The magnificent and sandstone silver work is the major attraction of this palace. A part of this palace has been converted into a hotel by Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation.

Best Time to visit

The best time to visit here is from the months of October last to early March as the temperature in these months is favourable for travel.

How to reach

The nearest airport to Bikaner is Jodhpur, The distance of which is 235 km. People can reach Jodhpur by air and from there they can reach Bikaner by train or by taxi.

Bikaner is connected to many cities by train as many long and short-distance trains start from Bikaner or go to other cities via Bikaner. Trains to Bikaner are available from cities like Delhi, Calcutta Agra, Jaipur, Allahabad. The distance from Bikaner to Junagadh Fort is just 1 km.

Bikaner is easily accessible from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Delhi and all major cities of India by government and private buses.

Karni Mata Temple Bikaner

Karani Mata Temple is a famous Hindu temple situated in Bikaner district of Rajasthan. The idol of Goddess Karni Mata is installed in it. It is located at Deshnok, 30 kilometers south of Bikaner. This temple is also called the temple of mice. Karani Mata Temple is one such temple where 20 thousand rats live and devotees coming to the temple only get the prasadam offered to them.
Karni Mata is believed to have lived for 151 years. Currently, Karani Mata used to worship her Ishta Devi in ​​a cave where this temple is located. This cave is still located in the temple complex. It is said that Karni Mata was lit in the year 1538. After he became Jyotirlin, devotees started worshiping him by installing his idol, which has continued continuously since then. Along with this, there are also very good dharamshalas for the devotees to live and eat here.

Karni Mata Temple Timing

The temple is open for devotees from 4.30 am to 10 pm. But Mangla Aarti at five o’clock in the morning and a procession of rats at seven in the evening is worth watching.

Best Time to Visit

Winter (October to February) is pleasant with a mild and cool atmosphere. Temperature levels during winters range between 10°C to 24°C. This is the perfect time to enjoy Bikaner tourism at its best.

Summer (March to June) are severely hot and humid with temperature levels ranging between 36°C and 42°C making it impossible to enjoy outdoor activities. Sunstroke is also a very common occurrence.

Monsoon (July to September) offer low to medium rainfalls in Bikaner. Though the temperature settles down to a more comfortable level, excessive humidity makes it difficult to travel outdoors.

How to reach

The nearest airport is located at Jodhpur.Deshnok railway station is located on the Bikaner-Jodhpur rail route, from where the surrounding areas of Rajasthan are well connected with good rail facilities.

At the same time, many excellent bus and taxi services are also available from Bikaner to reach Karni Mata Temple.

Junagarh Fort Bikaner

Junagadh Fort, one of India’s most famous forts, is located in Bikaner, one of the most beautiful districts in the Indian state of Rajasthan. This fort is one of the richest and historical kilos in India, which was built by a trusted courtier of the famous Rajasthani ruler Raja Rai Singh. This fort is actually known as Chintamani Fort and Bikaner Fort – Bikaner Fort and was renamed Junagadh in the early 20th century.

Junagadh Fort is surrounded by high walls and deep moat. There are 37 strongholds guarding the fort and the fort is accessible through two gates. There are 37 palaces, temples and pavilions inside the Junagadh fort. All these structures are amazing in red sandstone. The palaces inside the fort have lavishly carved windows, balconies, towers and kiosks. Mirrors, paintings and carved marble panels are worth seeing in Moon Palace. Another attractive palace, Phool Mahal or Phool Mahal inside the fort was decorated with spectacles and mirrors. Other interesting places to see in Junagadh Fort are Ganga Niwas, Dungar Niwas, Vijay Mahal and Rang Mahal. There is a museum in Junagadh Fort, which has an extensive collection of various things related to the past.

Entry fee

Entry fees for Indians – Rs 50

After discount for Indian students – 30 rupees

Entry fees for foreigners – Rs 300

Rs.150 for foreigner students

Best Time to Visit

Winter (October to February) is pleasant with a mild and cool atmosphere. Temperature levels during winters range between 10°C to 24°C. This is the perfect time to enjoy Bikaner tourism at its best.

Summer (March to June) are severely hot and humid with temperature levels ranging between 36°C and 42°C making it impossible to enjoy outdoor activities. Sunstroke is also a very common occurrence.

Monsoon (July to September) offer low to medium rainfalls in Bikaner. Though the temperature settles down to a more comfortable level, excessive humidity makes it difficult to travel outdoors.

How to reach

The nearest airport to Bikaner is Jodhpur, The distance of which is 235 km. People can reach Jodhpur by air and from there they can reach Bikaner by train or by taxi.

Bikaner is connected to many cities by train as many long and short-distance trains start from Bikaner or go to other cities via Bikaner. Trains to Bikaner are available from cities like Delhi, Calcutta Agra, Jaipur, Allahabad. The distance from Bikaner to Junagadh Fort is just 1 km.

Bikaner is easily accessible from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Delhi and all major cities of India by government and private buses.

Bikaner

The city was the capital of the former princely state of Bikaner. About 1465 Rao Bika, a Rajputchieftain of the Rathor clan, began to conquer the area from other Rajput clans. Bikaner is the administrative headquarters of Bikaner District and Bikaner division. Currently, the state carries the tag of the fourth largest city in Rajasthan and has a major role in the development of Rajasthan infrastructure. Another unique aspect of the city is its location, here one can see world’s best riding camels and is aptly nicknamed ‘camel country. Bikaner with its magnificence in architecture, art and culture has sands filled with colour, festivity and cultural marvels. Sand Dunes and the Desert Safari are among major attractions. Bikaner is also famous for hosting the international Camel festival which draws tourists from world over. The city celebrates its foundation day on Akshaya Tritiya by flying kites and eating special Rajasthani food that includes Bajre Ka Khichda and Imli ka Paani (Tamarind Water) among other snacks. The strategic location of Bikaner on the ancient carvan routes that came from West/Central Asia, made it a prime trade center in the times of the yore.

Best Time to Visit

Winter (October to February) is pleasant with a mild and cool atmosphere. Temperature levels during winters range between 10°C to 24°C. This is the perfect time to enjoy Bikaner tourism at its best.

Summer (March to June) are severely hot and humid with temperature levels ranging between 36°C and 42°C making it impossible to enjoy outdoor activities. Sunstroke is also a very common occurrence.

Monsoon (July to September) offer low to medium rainfalls in Bikaner. Though the temperature settles down to a more comfortable level, excessive humidity makes it difficult to travel outdoors.

HOW TO REACH

By Air:- The nearest airport is Civil Airport at Jodhpur which is 253 kilometers away

By Road:- The bus stand is north of the city centre. There are frequent express buses to Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Barmer, Delhi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jhunjhunu, Jodhpur, Kota and Udaipur.

By Train:- Bikaner has railway connections to several destinations in India including Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Churu, Jodhpur, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Guwahati etc.