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Suggested Tour Packages Golden Triangle Tours(5N/6D) Delhi, Jaipur, Agra  Rajasthan with Pushkar (13N/14D) Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Agra  Rajasthan Camel Safari (15N/16D) Delhi, Jaipur, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Khuri, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur  Rajasthan with Taj Mahal (17N/18D) Delhi, Shekhawati, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra  Rajasthan Wildlife Tour (8N/9D) Delhi, Sariska, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Bharatpur, Agra, Delhi |
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Rajasthan Tourism » Rajasthan Tourist Destinations » Bikaner
Bikaner
Medieval Splendor
| Distance from major cities | |
| Bikaner - New Delhi | 470 Kms |
| Bikaner - Mumbai | 1299 Kms |
| Bikaner - Jaipur | 321 Kms |
| Bikaner - Udaipur | 506 Kms |
| Bikaner - Jodhpur | 243 Kms |
| Bikaner - Jaisalmer | 333 Kms |
More popularly called the camel country , the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here. Be it pulling heavy carts , transporting grains or working on wells, camels are the prime helpers. The wells of Bikaner: an important source of water are 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.
Binaker’s history dates back to 1488 A.D. when a Rathore Prince,Rao Bikaji- a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur(1459 A.D.), 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’ name.
The strategic location of Bikaner on the ancient carvan routes that came from West/Central Asia, made it a prime trade centre in the times of the yore. Bikaner stands on a slightly raised ground and is circumscribed by a seven km long embattled wall with five gates. The magnificent forts and palaces, created with delicacy in redish-pink sandstone, bear testimony to its rich historical and architectural legacy. Undulating lanes, colorful bazaars and bright and cheerful folks make Bikaner and interesting experience.
How To Reach
By Road | Highlights |
| Bhand Sagar Temple 5 km, Camel Breeding Farm 10 km, Devi Kund 8 km, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary 32 kms, Deshnok's Karniji Temple 33 kms. |
By Rail
There are few express trains to major destinations. The Jaipur-Bikaner Express leaves at 8:30 PM , it takes about 10 hours to reach Jaipur. The Intercity Express departs at 5 AM & reaches Jaipur at 11:55 PM . The Ranakpur Express leaves for Jodhpur at 9:35 AM , it takes about 5 1/2 hours. The Sarai Rohilla Express leaves at 7:45 PM & reaches Delhi at 6:40 AM .
By Air
Nearest airport : Jodhpur Airport i.e. 256 Kms. There are daily fights to Delhi & Mumbai from Jodhpur .
Transportation
- Air : Nearest Airport is Jodhpur 240 kms.
- Rail: Bikaner is connected by rail with Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
- Road: Bikaner to Delhi 949 km, Jaipur 316 km,Jodhpur 240 km & Jaisalmer 330 km.
Places To See
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Junagarh
Built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is a formidable structure encircled by a moat and has some beautiful palaces within. These palaces, made in red sandstone and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of courtyards, kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure.
Camel Research Farm
The farm extends over 2000 acres of semiarid land is managed by the central Government. The camel crops of Bikaner were a famous fighting force during the Raj and are still an important part of the desert warfare and defence through the border security Force (BSF) .
Bhandasar Jain Temple
Beautiful 16th century A.D. Jain temple dedicated to the 13rd Trirthankra.
Excursions
Bhand Sagar Temple 5 km, Camel Breeding Farm 10 km, Devi Kund 8 km, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary 32 kms, Deshnok's Karniji Temple 33 kms. | Rajasthan Booking |
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