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BIKANER
SIGHTSEEING
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JUNAGARH FORT |
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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. It has a 96 mt long wall, with 37 bastions and 2 entrances.
The main entrance of the fort is Suraj pol or sun gate. The fort
encompasses many palaces amongst which the most spectacular ones are
the Chandra Mahal or Moon palace, the Phool Mahal or Flower palace,
both ornated with carved panels and mirrors and the Karan Mahal.
Karan Mahal was built in remembrance of the celebration of the grand
victory over Aurangzeb. Durga Niwas, a fabulously painted courtyard
and Ganga Niwas which housed a finely carved red sandstone front,
are the other places of attraction in this fort. |
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LALGADH PALACE |
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Lalgadh 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 Palace
has beautiful latticework and filigree work , Sprawling lawns
with blooming bougainvillea and dancing peacocks make it a not-to-be
missed visual treat . Part of the Palace has been converted into a
luxury hotel and a museum known as Shri Sadul Museum . The
museum covers the entire first floor of the palace
and houses well preserved old photographs and trophies
of wildlife. |
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GANGA GOLDEN JUBILEE TEMPLE |
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It is one
of the best in Rajasthan, houses an interesting
collection of sculptures, terracotta ware, paintings and
also musical instruments. |
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THE GAJNER WILDLIFE SANCTUARY |
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It is 32 kms away and located on the Jaisalmer
road. Bluebull, chinkara and blackbuck can be found. There are
flocks of imperial sand grouse too. |
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THE CAMEL BREEDING FORM |
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It is 10 kms
away from the city and probably the only one of its kind
in Asia and managed by the government |
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SUN GATE |
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It is the main entrance to the fort . Among the
notable of these palaces are the exquisitely beautiful Chandra Mahal
or the Moon Palace with marvelous paintings , mirrors and
carved marble panels and the Phool Mahal or Flower Palace
ornate with glass and Mirror work. |
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BHANDESHWAR & SANDHESWAR TEMPLE |
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Five Kms from the city these temples are the oldest
surviving monuments of aesthetic heritage. These were built by two brothers
and the temples carry their names. The mirror work and the golden leaf
paintings in the temple are noteworthy. The temples are dedicated to 23rd
Jain teerthankar, Parasvanathji. |
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DEVI KUND |
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It is 8 kms away from Bikaner. This is the royal
crematorium with a number of cenotaphs. The chhatri of Maharaja Surat Singh
is most imposing. One cannot miss the spectacular Rajput paintings on the
ceilings. |
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KALIBANGA |
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One of the major excavation sites of the Harappan
civilisation. This place houses emence treasure of our past and is of
particular interest to archaeology enthusiasts. |
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