Made of red sandstone and marbles, Junagarh fort in Bikaner depicts the grand, 16th-century living style of the Maharajas. It was built right at the centre of That desert in 1594 by Raja Rai Singh, ...

The desert city of Bikaner rears the best riding camels in the world, and a century ago it also raised perhaps the most famous camel regiment to fight for the British in WW-I. When the war was over, ...

Junagarh Fort, with its rich history and architectural brilliance attracts visitors from around the world. Beyond its well-known allure, the lesser-known facts weave intriguing stories, making a visit ...

Junagarh or “Old Fort” is a fort in the city of Bikaner, Rajasthan. It is one of the few major forts in Rajasthan which is not built on a hilltop. Junagarh fort is located in the Thar desert region of ...

When we think of Bikaner, we often picture one of Rajasthan’s most royal and regal cities—and rightly so. Alongside its royal heritage, the city has gained nationwide fame for its beloved Bikaneri ...

Tucked within the golden sands of Rajasthan's desert, Bikaner is a city where regal history, lively culture, and timeless desert charm unite. Walk through the vast courtyards and finely carved halls ...

A member of the erstwhile Bikaner royal family, "Rajmata" Sushila Kumari, died owing to a prolonged illness on Friday night. She was 94. Her last rites will be performed with full royal honours on ...

Simply sign up to the Life & Arts myFT Digest -- delivered directly to your inbox. Bikaner’s Junagarh Fort is guarded by a gate studded with metal spikes to keep elephant armies at bay. Created in the ...