About the city
The Camel country.
Bikaner's history dates back to 1488 AD, when a Rathore Prince Rao Bikaji -
a descendent of the founder of Jodhpur (1459 AD), Rao Jodhaji, established
his kingdom here. Rao Jodhaji had five sons but Rao Bikaji was the most
enterprising of them.
Bikaji
chose a barren wilderness called 'Jangladesh' and transformed it to an
impressive city, called Bikaner after the founder's name. The strategic
location of Bikaner on the ancient caravan routes that came from
West/Central Asia, made it a prime trade centre in the time of the yore.
About the Hotel
The historical stretch of land covering the area of the back portion of
Laxmi Niwas Palace and various quarters of State time is known as Lallgarh.
Situated in this stretch of royal apartments is the residence of Late
Maharaja Ganga Singh, the maker of modern Bikaner, who personally conceived,
foresaw and supervised the construction of his personal residence -- The
Laxmi Niwas Palace -- a magnificent red sandstone edifice designed by Sir
Swinton Jacob in the Anglo-Scenic style. This stately building, great &
grand, is built around a central courtyard and is intricately carved from
the skirting upto the highest dome. The stone 'jali' work (lattice) is
awesome and stunning.
Location
Set amidst vast lush green lawns, lily ponds and fountains the Laxmi Niwas
Palace is a dream carved out of Red Sand Stone. The first view of the Palace
from the Clock tower gate confirms that this is no ordinary palace. The
Laxmi Niwas Palace is the culmination of a tradition of excellence, which
stretches back to antiquity.
