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| History of Bikaner-History Bikaner narrates the growth of the city since fifteenth century |
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Bikaner is one of the most famous tourist destinations and fascinating cities of Rajasthan that is located in the northwest of the state of Rajasthan in northern India. Not only Bikaner is the admini strative headquarter of Bikaner district and Bikaner division, but also it falls in the desert lands of the Rajasthan.Bikaner is the land of maharajas and rajas, palaces, forts, deserts and ballads, the book covers a wide spectrum encompassing the political, socio-cultural and economic history of Bikaner from the earliest times up-to the middle of the twentieth century. A History of Bikaner uses different archival, epigraphical, numismatical, architectural, archaeological and art history related information as well as the traditional narratives and oral and written chronicles to provide a general overview of the city According to History of Bikaner, Bikaner was founded by Rao Bika by the blessing of Goddess “Karni Mata” in the year 1488 AD.Rao Bika was the son of Rathore raja of Marwar, Jodhpur. He left Jodhpur with a small band of kinsmen due to differences with his father and set up his own kingdom in the Bikaner.Legends said that he seeked the blessings of Karni Mata, a renowned female mystic before setting up his empire in Bikaner.Not only he faced several difficulties to get throne of Bikaner, but also he got many difficulties for stabilizing his own kingdom. This desert region was the main important route for trading. Ultimately Bikaji conquered it in 1486 A.D. and later on it was renamed as Bikaner. |
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According to the History of Bikaner, Bikaner came into conflict with the Mughals.At this time the Mughal Sultanate were consolidating their empire in India.Biakner lay closest to Delhi amongst the Rajputana states.Mughals were unable to win the kingdom of Bikaner.Finally Akbar won the kingdom of Bikaner through his sharp diplomatic skills. In 20th century, Maharaja Ganga singh put Bikaner back into the Indian map with its due respect and glory. This beautiful city has its own glory that makes it only of its type. This gorgeous city known not only for its festivals and fairs, picnics and outings, temples and havelies, kite flying and its proud and fearless people but also for their camel races,ornaments,colorful costumes quaint customs, sheep’s wool, awesome sunset and Sawan Bikaneri – that glorious time of year when desert city blooms in beauty. A visit to India is not considered complete without a visit to Bikaner.It also remains incomplete without knowing about the History of Bikaner especially for visitors who are coming here from all parts of India as well as from all over the world.Bikaner offers a wide range of tourist destinations with its beauty and history. History of Bikaner is considered to be the oldest in India and favorite haunt for tourists and visitors. When come down to Bikaner, you should not miss out to catch the glimpses of its beauty. If you are making a plan for a tour of Bikaner, then it may be worthwhile experience for you. Summary -Bikaner is one of the most famous tourist destinations of Rajasthan tourism. Your visit remains incomplete without knowing about the history of Bikaner.T o visit this place may be worthwhile experience for you, if you are making a plan to visit this place. |
