Bikaner is located in the northern part of Rajasthan. It was founded by a descendent of the founder of Jodhpur whose name was Rao Bhikaji. Bikaner, like Jaisalmer, was an important town on the great trade route in the medieval period. The city is surrounded by high fortifications comprising a seven-kilometre long wall, which encircles the old city and has five entrances-all constructed in the 18th century.
Bikaner has seen many upheavals in its long and eventful history. Due to its proximity with Delhi, the capital of Mughal India, Bikaner bore the burnt of Mughal attacks several times. According to the legends, Rao Bhikaji sought the blessings of Goddess Karni at Deshnoke before embarking on his campaigns. Karni Mata Temple is still being patronized by the erstwhile ruling family of Bikaner. Hundreds of pilgrims throng the temple every day throughout the year to seek the blessings of the Goddess, considered as an incarnation of Goddess Durga. Bikaner is also the birthplace of world renowned Bikaneri Bhujia and namkeen (a salted snack made of lentils). Bikaner is renowned for being the place where one can get the best riding camels for camel safaris. Welcome to the Camel Country…
Bikaner is located in the northern part of Rajasthan. It was founded by a descendent of the founder of Jodhpur whose name was Rao Bhikaji. Bikaner, like Jaisalmer, was an important town on the great trade route in the medieval period. The city is surrounded by high fortifications comprising a seven-kilometre long wall, which encircles the old city and has five entrances-all constructed in the 18th century.