Information :

Bikaner was founded in 1488 by a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur named Rao Bhikaji. The city is encircled by high fortifications comprising a 7 km long wall which bounds the old city and has 5 entrances. All these were established in the 18th century. Bikaner, the sprawling desert city of Rajasthan is an interesting site of traditional Rajasthani attractions, Lalgarh Palace - Bikanerwell-fed camels and citadels. This camel country is also famous for its exotic camel safaris, its gorgeous forts and the worship of thousands of holy rats at Mata Kali temple.

Facts & Figures :

State:	Rajasthan
Location:	Western Rajasthan
Average annual rainfall:	10 inches
Area:	30247.90sq. kms
Area under Forests:	812.62 sq. kms
Latitude:	27.11' to 29.03' N
Longitude:	71.54' to 74.22' E
Temperature:	Max.: 47 °C, Min.: 0.8 °C
Average Rainfall:	20.94 mm
No. of Sub-Divisions:	5
No. of Tehsils:	8
No. of Villages:	889
Total Population :	19.02 lacs
Male :	10.03 lacs
Female:	8.99 lacs
Population Density :	61 per sq. kms
Literacy Rate :	57.54%
STD Code :	0151
Languages Spoken :	Hindi, Marwari, English
Best time to visit :	Preferable to travel during the winter months

How to reach bikaner:

By Air : Jodhpur is the nearest airport. The airport is easily accessible by road.

By Rail : Bikaner has number of train links to connect it with the major cities of India.

By Road : It is well linked with the big and small cities of India by the national highways and other roadways.