Gajner Palace, Bikaner (4-Star)

The history of Bikaner state dates back to 1488 AD, when it was established by the Rajput prince Rao Bikaji a descendent of the founder of Jodhpur, Rao Jodhaji. Bikaji selected this barren land called Jungladesh (jungle land) and shaped it into an impressive city called Bikaner.

However, archeological records, civilizations flourished in this region much before the Harappan period. The city wraps layers of history and interesting anecdotes within its narrow streets lines with havelis and palaces.