Bikaner
excursions consist of some finest places near Bikaner. Read on to know
about some excursions around Bikaner, Rajasthan:Gajner Palace
Maharaja Ganga Singhji of Bikaner built Gajner Palace. Constructed on the bank of a lake, it served as hunting and relaxing lodge for the maharaja and his family in the holidays. The palace is surrounded with rich flora and fauna. A number of migratory birds flock to this place in winters like Imperial sand goose, Antelopes, Black bucks, etc. The rich wildlife includes Nilgai, Chinkara, Deer, etc. The palace has now been converted into a hotel.
Camel Research Farm
Situated approximately eight km from Bikaner is the Camel Research Farm. Bikaner Excursion tour must include this "one of its kind" Camel Research Farm. It is one of the camel research and breeding centers in Asia. Managed by the Central Government, the farm extends over 2000 acres of semi-parched land. The camels raised in the farm are sold in the Bikaner and Jaisalmer cattle fairs.
Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary
Situated 32 km from Bikaner is the Gajner wildlife sanctuary. Located on the Jaisalmer road, the sanctuary houses a rich wildlife consisting of Nilgai, Chinkara, Black buck, Wild boar, etc.
Devi Kund Sagar
Situated approximately 8 km from Bikaner, Devi Kund Sagar houses the royal crematorium. It has several superb cenotaphs belonging to the deceased members of the ruling family of Bikaner. The cenotaphs of the early rulers were made of red sandstone, while the later ones are made of marble. The most remarkable cenotaph is that of Maharaja Suraj Singh, built in white marble. Some of the cenotaphs are embellished with Rajput painting on the ceiling.
Katariasar Village
Situated approximately 45 km from Bikaner, on the Jaipur road, is the Katariasar village. The village provides a window into the ethnic rural and cultural life of Rajasthan. The village has a rich wildlife around it, consisting of Chinkara, Desert fox, Rabbit, Peacock, Parrot, Pat, etc. this village is also famous for its fire dancers, performing to the beat of drums on a bed of burning coals.
