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Rajasthan
( Bikaner )
INTRODUCTION
Some more desert life awaits you at Bikaner.
This city lies on the northern point goes back over
500 years when it was founded by one of the
princes of Jodhpur clan. One rather interesting
element about the history of these desert
cities is that connected Central Asia and North
India with the Gujarat ports, outside
influences were minimal. This is true of
Bikaner as well. Like most of the other cities
of the desert region, Bikaner has been limited
here so the customary water palaces and
pleasure gardens are missing.
The wealth of its architectural heritage
lies in its fort, palaces and temples. To
outstanding palaces of Bikaner are the Lalgarh
Palace and the Gajner Palace. Other
important sights are Junagarh Fort and
the Camel Breeding farm. For these inclined
towards archaeology, it would be interesting to
know that the Rajasthan state Archives is
located here. The Ganga Golden Jubilee
Museum here has a vast collection of rare
exhibits covering almost every period of Indian
history.
When in Bikaner
don't miss the famous Temple of Karni Mata
at Deshnok, it is a beautiful temple where
the humble rats are also venerated, Gajner, for
lovers of wildlife and Kolayat, an ancient
pilgrimage centre.
Visitors will
love the camel wool products of this region.
Carpets, durries, carved wooden furniture,
stone carving and block printing are popular
items to pick up from here. Other desert crafts
like leather work, basket weaving and pottery
are interesting
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