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Bikaner

Lying in the north of the desert state, the city is dotted with scores of sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval grandeur that permeates the city's lifestyle. More readily called the camel country, the city is distinguished for the best riding camels in the world and hence boasts of having one of the largest Camel research and breeading farm in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here. A camel besides doing transportation duties, also works on wells.

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.
What to see

Junagarh Fort: Revel in the architectural splendour, as you take an intimate look at this imposing fort, built by Akbar's contemporary Raja Rai Singh. Within the fort are thirty seven palaces, pavilions Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate is the main entrance to the fort. The palaces worth visiting are Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal and Karan Mahal. The palaces, exquisitely built in red sandstone and marble are ornate with mirror work, carvings and paintings. An array of kiosks and balconies embellish the fort at intervals, breaking the monotony. A museum with valuable miniature paintings and rare antiques is also located in the Junagarh Fort.

Lalgarh Palace: The magnificent fort in red sandstone, a fascinating juxtaposition of the Oriental style and European luxury that leaves you truly mesmerised. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh almost -90 years ago, this is an extraordinary monument. The palace has a billiards room, a library, a cards room and a smoking room. Belgian chandeliers, cut – glass ornaments, oil paintings and lamps add to its charm.

Bhandeshwar Jain Temples:
(5 km) Beautiful 16th century Jain temples, dedicated to the 23rd Tirthankar Parshvanathji.

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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.

Altitude:  237 mtrs.
Best Season: Oct - March
Climate: Summer
Mean Max. 41.8 'C
Mean Min. 28.0 'C
Winter Mean Max. 23.2 'C
Mean Min. 5.0 'C 
Clothing: Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.   

Distances from Jaisalmer :
Delhi 470 Kms.
Agra 665 Kms.
Ajmer 278 Kms.
Alwar 472 Kms.
Bharatpur 542 Kms.
Jaipur 361 Kms.
Jaisalmer 355 Kms.
Jodhpur 256 Kms.
Mt. Abu 569 Kms.
Ranthambhore 537 Kms


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