The architectural masterpiece
in red sandstone, built by Maharaja Ganga Singh (1881
AD-1942 AD) in memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh
between 1902 -1926.This magnificent palace is an example
of pure Rajput martial architecture. Designed by Sir
Swinton Jacob, this palace has several grand halls,
lounges, cupolas and pavilions. The exotic palace has
magnificent pillars, richly carved fire mantles , Italian
colonnades and motif of lotus in full bloom , adding to
the magic of this
jewel of the desert. Walls of palaces are reminiscent of
the past vintage etchings, hunting trophies and old
portraits. The treasure trove where the guests can spend
hours 'walking in the past'. The palace has it's own
museum and library (the fourth largest in the world), clay
pigeon trap and skeet shooting traps facilities at
adjoining ranges. Palace has wild peacocks spreading their
feathers at almost every step flowering rows of
bougainvillea.
Bikaner royal family still lives in part of the palace. A
portion of palace is now a hotel. |