Bikaner Tourism Information

It is said that once Rao Jodhaji passed an insensitive remark on Rao Bikaji, which Bikaji could not tolerate and decided to established his own kingdom. Toward the north of Jodhpur he decided to found his kingdom and with the help of 100 cavalry horses and 500 soldiers, he established his kingdom on 84 villages.

When Bikaji died in 1504 his rule had extended to over 3000 villages. Modern Bikaner is a foresight ness of Maharaja Gagan Singh, who transforms Bikaner from principality to a premier princely state.

This Palace was designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, has a wonderful collection of paintings and hunting trophies.

Bhandeswari:

This temple is dedicated to Sumati Nath Ji, the 5th Tirthankar of the Jain Religion. This oldest monument of Bikaner was built in 15th century. The beauty of the temple is the mirror work and gold leaf paintings on the wall of temple.

Shiv Bari Temple:

This temple is situated 6 km away from the Bikaner city. This Lord Shiva temple was built by Maharaja Doongar Singh in the memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh, in 9th century. The beautiful wall painting of Nandi bull facing a Shiva Lingam is a main allure of the temple.

Jain Havelis:

Actually these ancient mansions were the symbol of wealth and prosperity of noble and powerful people of the town, they known for their opulent life style. Bikaner is full of such beautiful Havelis.

Gajner wildlife sanctuary:

This sanctuary is 32 km from the Bikaner and can be visited by Jeep with a guide. One can get a chance to face to face with Nilgai, black Buck, wild boar and many more other animals, including migrated birds, who houses the forest in the winter.