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Famous for its 'bhunjia'
(salted, crispy and spicy edibles), Bikaner is also
'salty' in its appeal and appearance - nice, crisp and
alluring. The beautiful 'Havelis' (semi-royal mansions)
are just imposing. And if the camel is the 'ship of the
desert', Bikaner is the anchorage of these 'ships' as
there is a National Camel Farm in Bikaner dedicated to
study this unique creature of God which can live without
food and water for several days. The Farm is also involved
in improving the breed of this animal for use in defense
and other services. Since Rajasthan borders with Pakistan
and since all the important services including postal
service depend on the use of camels, the Farm holds much
importance. As for points of interest in Bikaner, Junagarh
Fort must be mentioned first. The Lalgarh Palace, Anup
Mahal and Badal Mahal are other interesting places. All
these palaces are dazzlingly ornamented, polished and
enriched with marvelous painting work. |
