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BIKANER : True desert country
Bikaner is a city famous for it's work on carpets and namdas (coarse woolen rugs) and lately for it's Papad, Namkin Bhujia and Spongy Rasgullas. The master craftsmen of Bikaner have perfected the art of gold work on camel hide which is done nowhere else. This is true desert country and situated directly on the ancient caravan routes which linked west/central asia and North India with the seaports of Gujrat, making Bikaner a flourishing trade center in the medieval period. The town still preserves the aura of medieval times.

Prime Sites :
Bika ki Tekri (old fort) : In the amidst of the magical landscape that Rao Bika started the construction of this fort in 1485 .Situated on the rocky ground south west of the city, the fort preceded the city by three years. The fort is now in ruins, but is nevertheless, an eloquent reminder of the valor of its founder.

Junagarh Fort : One of the most imposing forts of northern India-- Junagarh Fort-- has remained unconquered till date. This fort was built in 15th century by one of the most able and trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh.

Lalgarh Palace : Designed by a Britisher for Maharaja Ganga Singh, this palace displays a magnificent blend of oriental and European style. The imposing red sandstone monument is designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh. The palace has beautiful lattice work and filigree work. Sprawling lawns with blooming bougainvillea and dancing peacocks make it a not-to-be missed visual treat.