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Tourist Place in Biakner

Location:	Bikaner, Rajasthan, India
Temperature:	Summer: 45°C,30°C; Winter:23°C, 5°C
STD Code:	0151
Best Times:	October to March
Attractions:	Junagarh Fort, Lalgadh Palace, Bhandeshwar and Sandeshwar Jain Temples, Camel Breeding Farms, Fort Museum, Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum, The Har Mandir
Language:	Hindi, Rajasthani and Marwari

Jungarh fort is one of the most formidable forts of India, Junagarh Fort has never been conquered by its enemies. Built in 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh, the most able and trusted generals of Akbar, Junagarh Fort is constructed on the plains, contrary to other forts of Rajasthan, normally built on hilltops.

Lalgadh palace was built between 1902-1926 by Maharaja Ganga Singh, Lalgadh Palace is a beautiful red palace, displaying a perfect blend of Rajput and European architectural style. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, a British architect, the palace has several grand halls, lounges, cupolas and pavilions with overhanging balconies and latticework.

These temples are located on the outskirts of Bikaner, these 14th century temples are major tourist attraction in Bikaner. Dedicated to 23rd Jain tirthankar, Parsvanath, these temples are famous for their mirror work and the gold leaf paintings.

Camel breeding farms are lLocated just 8 km from the city, the Camel Breeding Farm is the largest and only of its kind in Asia. These farms produce the fastest riding camels in the world. Visitors can also enjoy a camel ride or a cup of camel's milk at the farms.

The fort museum is located inside the Junagarh Fort in one of the palaces, Ganga Mahal, the Fort Museum has a rich collection of antiques, weaponry, jade handle daggers, camel hide shields and inlaid handguns and camel guns. Photographs, miniatures, gold and silver jhulas, palkis and a First World War biplane are also on display.

Ganga golden jubilee museum is an small museum which is famous for its rich collection of ancient potteries. The museum also exhibits a fine collection of carpets, Bikaneri miniature paintings, armory and coins, and local arts.

The Har Mandir is located inside the Junagarh Fort, Har Mandir is a majestic chapel. It was specially built for the royal family, where royal weddings and births were once celebrated.