Junagarh Fort
Bikaner, India
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- Building complex in Bikaner, India
Visitor information
- Address: Bikaner Fort, Bikaner, Rajasthan 334001, India
- Phone: +91 141 282 2861
- Official website: https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/rajasthan/bikaner/junagarh-fort
People also ask
Who built Junagarh Fort, Bikaner?
Junagarh Fort (in Bikaner) is located amidst the Thar Desert and was built by Raja Rai Singh in 1594. Located on a sprawling land of 5.28 hectare, this place is studded with temples, palaces and pavilions. Its 986m-long wall, with 37 bastions, is surrounded by a (now dry) moat.
Is Junagarh Fort worth visiting?
Yes, a great place to visit! Well worth a visit. ... you will find staff guarding and educating, though i missed taking guide or audio tour, it was easy to understand.
How much is the ticket for junagarh Bikaner?
The entry fee for Junagarh Fort in Bikaner is INR 50 for Indian adults and INR 30 for Indian students. The entry fee for foreign visitors is INR 300, and for foreign students is INR 150. Additionally, the entry fee for the museum is INR 50, the ordinary camera is INR 30, and the video camera is INR 100.
What is the Anup Mahal in Junagarh Fort?
Anup Mahal is a multi-storey structure, which functioned as the administrative headquarters of the kingdom. It has ornate wooden ceilings with inlaid mirrors, Italian tiles, and fine lattice windows and balconies. It has some gold leaf paintings. It is considered one of the "grandest construction".
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