Community Talk Forums Discuss travel plans, ideas, destinations, food and anything else related to India in our forums. Favorite Places Chandigarh Chennai (Madras) Delhi Goa Jaipur Mumbai (Bombay)   Favorite Food Samosas Naan Chicken Tandoori Saag Gosht Chicken Tikka Masala Gulab Jamun   Favorite Monuments Qutb Minar Red Fort Sun temple at Konark Ajanta Caves Ellora Caves

Rajasthan About Rajasthan Places to Visit Cities     Bikaner   Outpost on a caravan route Founded in 1488 by Rao Bikaji, Bikaner was once on the ancient trading route of caravans. It has many forts, palaces and temples all created with unusual delicacy in red sandstone and a bustling bazaar where you can even buy a pair of 'racing'camels. Climate Summer (Mar. to Jun.): Warm Monsoon (Jul. to Aug.): Warm Winter (Nov. to Feb.): Cool and pleasant Clothing Summer-Cottons Winter-Light woollens Getting There The nearest airport is Jodhpur (245km). There are rail links to Delhi and Jodhpur. Road links to Delhi (460 km), Jaipur (330 km), Jaisalmer (320 km). Where To Stay Anand Hotel Gajner Palace Hotel Hotel Lalgarh Palace Joshi Hotel RTDC'S Dhola-Maru Tourist Bungalow Thar Hotel What To See Junagarh Fort uilt in 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, a general in the army of Emperor Akbar, the fort has many palaces and gateway. Lalgarh Palace km from the city centre, it was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh with intricate filigree work in red sandstone. Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum t has one of the richest collections of terracotta- ware, weapons and miniature paintings of the Bikaner school. Shopping At the bazaar, look for camel-hide water bottles, slippers, purses and lampshades. Also, camel hair durries, carpets and blankets. Cuisine Try the famous Bikaneri Bhujias - a tangy mix of fried cereals that make a perfect snack. Festivals Gangaur. The Kolayat Fair. Desert Festival with local folk artistes and a spectacular Fire Dance.