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Bikaner
Also known as Bekaner
Bikaner () is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is situated approximately northwest of the state capital, Jaipur, in the Thar Desert region of western Rajasthan. Bikaner serves as the administrative headquarters of Bikaner District and Bikaner division. Formerly the capital of the princely Bikaner State, the city was founded in 1488 CE by Rao Bika, a Rajput chief of the Rathore dynasty. From its small origins it has developed into the fourth largest city in Rajasthan. The Ganga Canal, completed in 1928, and the Indira Gandhi Canal, completed in 1987, facilitated its development.
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Bikaner is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, founded in 1488 and now the fourth largest in the state, serving as the administrative center for its district and division. The city's growth from a small settlement was aided by major canal projects completed in the 20th century that brought water to this desert region.
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Place details
- Locality
- Bikaner
- Region
- Rajasthan
- Country
- India
- Population
- 644,406
- Timezone
Travel guide
Get around
Getting around in Bikaner is only done using three wheeler autos, due to the fact that streets are too narrow (so that they are not clogged with sand in case of sandstorms, which are very frequent in summer) and busy for cars. These are very cheap and a day's hire shouldn't cost more than ₹250.
See
thumb|Queen's Howdah inside the museum thumb|An idol in Karni Mata Temple
Do
Bishnoi Camel Safaris is a project to save camels through tourism. It has contacts with grassroots camel men and provides fair prices to them. Camels have been the beauty of the Thar Desert but they are at the verge of end due to machines. They are not economically viable and have to compete with machines for survival. It's a pity that we keep on watching this situation. Bishnoi camel safaris has taken the initiative to change this. Contact Mr. Bishnoi [email protected], mobile:09461047725
Eat
For a foodie a visit to Bhujia Bazaar (yes Bikaner does have a market named on famous Bikaneri Bhujia) and Chai Patti is a must. You will just fall in love with the Kachoris and Samosas at Chai Patti.
Sleep
4. RTDC, Dhola Maru- It is a government guest house, contact number- 0151-2529621
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Article
31 sectionsContents
- Etymology
- History
- Geography
- Climate
- Wildlife
- Demographics
- Administration
- Municipal finance
- Cuisine
- Places of interest
- Junagarh Fort
- Lalgarh Palace
- Camel Festival
- Rao Bikaji's Fort
- Karni Mata Temple
- Mukam Bishnoi Temple
- Laxminath Temple
- Bhandasar Jain Temple
- Fairs and festivals
- International Camel Festival
- Animal husbandry
- National Research Centre on Camels, Bikaner
- Cow sanctuary
- Transport
- Education
- International relations
- Twin towns – sister cities
- Friendship
- See also
- References
- External links
Bikaner () is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is situated approximately northwest of the state capital, Jaipur, in the Thar Desert region of western Rajasthan. Bikaner serves as the administrative headquarters of Bikaner District and Bikaner division. Formerly the capital of the princely Bikaner State, the city was founded in 1488 CE by Rao Bika, a Rajput chief of the Rathore dynasty. From its small origins it has developed into the fourth largest city in Rajasthan. The Ganga Canal, completed in 1928, and the Indira Gandhi Canal, completed in 1987, facilitated its development.
==Etymology== The name "Bikaner" is a combination of two elements: "Bika", derived from the city's founder, Rao Bika and "Ner", which is believed to mean "place" or "city" in the local Rajasthani language. Hence, "Bikaner" translates to "the city of Bika".
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