On the way to Bikaner from Mandwa, we had our lunch at the road side Dhaba. We reached Bikaner around 3:30 in the afternoon.
Binaker’s history dates back to 1488 A.D, when a Rathore Prince, Rao Bikaji, established his kingdom here. Bikaji choose a barren wilderness called ‘Jangladesh’ and transformed it to an impressive city, called Bikaner after the founder’ name. More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world.
The wells of Bikaner: an important source of water is other attractions of the city. These are built on high plinths with slender minareted towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed even from a distance.
The major attractions here are:
Junagarh Fort
Junagarh Fort was constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, a general in the army of Mughal emperor Akhbar, with embellishments in the form of palaces and luxurious suites added by subsequent
Maharajas.
Despite that fact Junagarh doesn't command hilltop position, as do some of the Rajasthan’s other grand forts, it is no less imposing and a credit to its planners and architects has never been conquered.
Apart from the fort and the palaces within in, Bikaner has quite a many more attractions.
P.S: December is the month when lot of tourists land in Rajasthan. So if you really want all the arrangements to be done properly this has to be done before October end.
Binaker’s history dates back to 1488 A.D, when a Rathore Prince, Rao Bikaji, established his kingdom here. Bikaji choose a barren wilderness called ‘Jangladesh’ and transformed it to an impressive city, called Bikaner after the founder’ name. More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world.
The wells of Bikaner: an important source of water is other attractions of the city. These are built on high plinths with slender minareted towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed even from a distance.
The major attractions here are:
Junagarh Fort
Junagarh Fort was constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, a general in the army of Mughal emperor Akhbar, with embellishments in the form of palaces and luxurious suites added by subsequentMaharajas.
Despite that fact Junagarh doesn't command hilltop position, as do some of the Rajasthan’s other grand forts, it is no less imposing and a credit to its planners and architects has never been conquered.
Apart from the fort and the palaces within in, Bikaner has quite a many more attractions.P.S: December is the month when lot of tourists land in Rajasthan. So if you really want all the arrangements to be done properly this has to be done before October end.
17 comments:
Marvelous and interesting post as always! And your photos are superb! Great word for the B day! Enjoy your day, Rajesh!
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A mighty fortress, it appears.
On behalf of the ABC Wednesday team, thank you! - Ramblin' with Roger
The history and age of some of these towns and buildings amazes me, Rajesh. You photos are wonderful, thanks for sharing them.
A B to be proud of - as is the Fort. You have lots to be proud of.
Beautiful buildings, love the different and contrasting colours.
Thanks to all for the appreciation.
Intriguing post! Loved the information! Especially love the idea of one building being called Moon Palace! Very romantic!
Junagarh is an imposing structure, designed for strength. However, it is so interesting to see another country and culture - we learn the architecture and history of an entirely different people. As huge as it is, the detailing is delicate, as if to lessen the feeling of bulk. Probably not, but India has a look all its own, and we in the USA need to learn more about your country...
Looks like a beautiful city, Rajesh! Thanks for playing Ruby Tuesday! :)
such a beautiful place!! thanks for the information about it. I really like it. My RT is here.
I enlarged the photos. The fort's design is quite attractive. I can't believe how old it is!
I never thought that some camels would be better to ride than others. Interesting.
Great tips for travelers. The entrance looks so regal.
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Interesting post. Beautiful place and great shots. thanks for sharing the information about the place.
i am beginning to look forward to your post each week. fascinating architecture as always.
How cool. Happy Ruby Tuesday
Gemma, Ralph, maryt, Marites, Patti, Rose, Joops, Eden, Luna, Kathy: hanks to all for the appreciation.
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