Rajasthan is synonymous with fascinating stories of kings and queens, which have been kept alive in people's memory by folk songs and songs. The ballads are full of stories of etiquette, valor and sacrifice; And sometimes those small temperatures, such as an overdrive and impulsive decisions that had a long lasting effect. In this case, a minor sting caused by carelessly chosen words between a father and his son created a rift, and created a new dynasty in the midst of the Thar of Bikaner state.
THE BEST PLACE VISIT IN BIKANER
Let Discuss the following place to visit in Bikaner.
BIKAJI KI TEKRI
Contrary to popular legend, Bikaji's Tekri is not a fort. It is, in fact, a memorial dedicated to Rao Bika ji and later kings of Rathore dynasty like Rao Nara, Rao Lunakaran and Rao Jetty, who ruled Bikaner in the 15th and 16th centuries.
The takri built on a small mound adjacent to the city walls does not cost anything to establish its importance. Install on a high platform with evidence of small fortifications, suggesting that it may have another purpose other than the cenotaph. Bikaji's cenotaph is made of marble, while the others are in red stone. Each cenotaph had an inscription that may give clues about the early history of Bikaner, but I was not able to read those. Footprints (paduka) of queens who committed sati are also found in a memorial. There are plenty of rooms, visible and hidden, underground chambers and tunnels are placed above to tell about all kinds of urban legends, which is an interesting place to write about.
JUNAGARH FORT BIKANER
The foundation stone of Rao Bikaji's assembly was laid in a small bastion, which contained a hillock Lakshmi Narayan temple, which has been in existence for most of the centuries. As the empire of the desert grew over time, the need for new and more secure strongholds was felt. Finally, 1589 AD. In, about 110 years after the establishment of Bikaner, Raja Rai Singh started the construction of a new fort under the supervision of architect Karan Chand. This new fort was close to the city center and remained the political and administrative center of Bikaner until the early 20th century, when the royal house moved into the newly constructed Lalgarh Palace compound. Now the old fort, originally named Chintamani Durg, came to be called Junagadh (Juna = Old, Garh = Fort).
THE PALACES INSIDE THE JUNAGARH FORT
The overall theme of the interiors of the fort is reflected in the changing styles of palaces within its ramparts, indicating the changing taste of royalty over time. In 1690 AD in memory of his father by Raja Anup Singh.
Karan Mahal
Karan Mahal is the first to welcome visitors. It is built in the form of Diwan-e-Aam (Public Audience Hall), a large courtyard with stained Baradari (verandah), which is furnished with glass windows and delicate Rajput plaster work. A coronation niche was later added by Maharaja Gaj Singh, with an even richer design, representing the state's growing wealth.
Phool Mahal
Phool Mahal is perhaps the oldest, built by Raja Rai Singh in the late 16th century. It showcases rich decoration with flower motifs, complete with vases and a sprinkling of rose water in Mughal fashion that was prevalent during the reign of Emperor Jahangir. The rooms are decorated with plaster and beautiful glass inlay work.
Anoop Mahal
Anoop Mahal served as the administrative headquarters of Bikaner and the elaborate uniqueness of its decoration reminds us of its importance. A lot of work has been done in gold and vermilion, varnish work which is green, blue and purple. The pattern on the arch is the most intricate, leaf work that gives the impression of a forest-covered hill - all in gold. The mosaic of glass on the walls shows scenes from the Ramayana and the parquet is also decorated in ornate glass work. The palace has a throne which was used by the king to entertain foreign guests and important nobles. Carpets resembling the famous Persian rugs were actually made by prisoners in Bikaner Jail.
Badal Mahal
Badal Mehal is an annex of Anoop Mahal, built by Maharaja Sardar Singh, to show his children how clouds and rain looked during a great drought. Every inch of the room is depicted in beautiful shades of blue and white, representing clouds, rain and lightning. Paintings of the king and his trusted nobles are displayed on the walls. Also on display are musical instruments such as Raja himself loved to play. It is not nearly difficult to hear the voices of Veena playing the raga Malhar from a forgotten era.
Chander Mahal
Chandar Mahal was named after Maharaja Chand Kunwar, one of the queens of Maharaja Gaj Singh. Built in a crescent shape, it served as royal mandals for the king and his queens and is thus the most magnificent. Decorated with a generous dose of gold, it has much more elaborate stone and glass inlay work. The king's bedroom is very beautiful, while the bodies of those queens are slightly subdued.
Ganga Mahal
The Ganga Mahal was the newest and perhaps the last palace of Junagadh Fort before it was shifted
to Lalgarh Palace. The magnificent Durbar Hall, an eclectic mix of Neo-Rajput and European grandeur is carved in red stone. Today the empty hall displays an ancient wooden throne which is the oldest of its kind in India. The adjoining rooms display an arsenal from the past, which includes hunting expeditions, animals stuffed with sedan and elephant hoods, and also a biplane from the WWI era.
Laxmi NIWAS PALACE
In the early 20th century, the then Maharaja of Bikaner, Sir Ganga Singh, felt the need to create a new abode for the royal family, a monumental work of art and architecture that would showcase the glory of Bikaner at its best, while Consistent with changing times. This idea led to the construction of Lakshmi Niwas Palace and Lalgarh Palace, which are two of the finest specimens of late Victorian architecture in India.
LALGARH PALACE
Lalgarh Palace was probably the last palace to be built in Bikaner, followed by only the Narendra Bhavan, which is a more intensive royal residence. An extension of the palace has been converted into a museum, named the Sadul Singh Museum, which aims to provide information about the history of Bikaner and its royal family. The royal family lives in one part of this palace while the rest is now a heritage hotel and is out of bounds for the general public.
DEVI KUND SAGAR
Devi Kund Sagar reminds us of the fragility of life and everything that we accumulate in our lifetime. To that end, what memories of us remain and some words are dug into stone. In an L-shaped complex flowing through a water reservoir, there are rows upon rows of cenotaphs. While the old ones were made in red sandstone, the new ones have been made in marble. The earliest monument is of Rao Kalyan Mal (1542 - 71 AD) and the most recent one is of Shri Narendra Singh (death).
Eventually…
When I started working on the post, there were plans to divide it into three parts. However. I could not find a logical breakpoint to split the story and ended up creating a post. Apologies if this was too long to read, and many thanks if you were able to come up to this.
This awesome trip to Bikaner was facilitated by amazing people at Narendra Bhawan Bikaner. I am thankful to host us and take such great care of us. hope to see you again.
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