Recreation
Walk through the past.
The treasure trove where the guests can spend hours 'walking in the past'.
The palace has it's own museum and library (the fourth largest in the
world), clay pigeon trap and skeet shooting traps facilities at adjoining
ranges.
Palace
has wild peacocks spreading their feathers at almost every step flowering
rows of bougainvillea. Bikaner royal family still lives in part of the
palace.
» Recreational
» Indoor Swimming Pool
» Billiard Rooms
» Tennis Court
» Croquet Court
» Badminton
» Television with Satellite Channels in Rooms
Shopping
Bikaner has its own peculiar items, typical to this region; its articles
made of camel-hide, camel and sheep wool carpets and woollen items, wood and
leather products.
The Bikaneri Bhujia, Rasgulla and sweets are popular all over India.
Shopping areas include inside Kote Gate, King Edward Memorial Road, Khadi
Industries Institute, Station Road, Urmil Trust at Junagarh Fort.
Sightseeing
Places to visit in Bikaner
» Junagarh Fort : One of the most
imposing forts of northern India-- Junagarh Fort-- has remained unconquered
till date. This fort was built in 15th century by one of the most able and
trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh.
»
Lalgarh Palace : Designed by a Britisher for Maharaja Ganga Singh, this
palace dispalys a magnificient blend of oriental and european style. The
imposing red sandstone monument is designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for
Maharaja Ganga Singh.
» The Ganga Golden Jubilee Temple : It is one of the
best in Rajasthan, houses an interesting collection of sculptures,
terracotta ware, paintings and also musical instruments.
Bikaner's prime attraction.
» Camel Festival :
A lively and colourful event, the Camel Festival is organised by the
Department of Tourism, Art & Culture, Rajasthan in Bikaner every year.
January is just the right month for a desert spree, and Bikaner just the
right place to see the Ships of the Desert.
