Bikaner Tours
Bikaner - the city of Rao Bika, a valiant Rajput warrior who braved harsh sands and cruel weather to establish a city bursting with golden monumental splendor, seduces you into its rustic lanes and bright bazaars.
Exotic Bikaner dunes reverberate with silent songs of might wars and courageous Rathores who shed their blood while protecting this desert citadel from invasions. Turn the leaves of history caught in a time warp with Destination India Tourism.
Perch yourself on a camel cart with provisions for water and food as you ride past desert hamlets, see mud huts thatched with dry hay; watch children herding goats or playing near water wells that are rare and far between as you tour Bikaner.
Ancient Indian scriptures mention Bikaner as "Tapo Bhoomi" or the golden region of meditation. It is believed that at a certain point of time in history, Rivers Drishadwati and Saraswati used to flow through these desert sands.
Referred to as 'Camel Country', Bikaner has had the reputation of breeding the best camels in the world. Tour the rustic Camel Breeding Farm in Bikaner and be delighted at the sight of baby camels gamboling around the protective gaze of their mothers.
Explore Junagarh Fort ruins that introduce you to a world of chiseled stones, palatial walls ornate with sculptures and frescoes, while you listen to royal legends associated with this imposing fortress in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India.
See the splendid Lall Garh Palace that was constructed by Maharaja Ganga Singhji. A wing of this beautiful Bikaner palace has been converted into a heritage hotel and another wing has been turned into the Sadul Museum that showcases the splendorous Bikaner royal lifestyles, objects utilized by members of the imperial household etc.
Visit Bhandasar Jain Temple that is a beautiful exhibition of Jain art and artistic richness. Also tour the Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum, pre-Harappan ruins in Kalibangan, Shiv Bari Temple, Gajner Palace and other such monument while on Bikaner tours with Destination India Tourism.
The wrinkled gold Bikaner dunes brighten up with colors of festivity during the Gangaur and Kolayat festival that are major annual events.
So come and explore this fascinating land with Destination India Tourism packages for Bikaner tours.
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