 Architecture of Bikaner is indeed splendid and comprises Jain temples, majestic forts and beautiful gardens which are constructed in the Rajput style of architecture. Located on the north of the Thar Desert, the buildings in Bikaner are made of red sandstone. The city of Bikaner was built in the year 1488 by Rao Bika of the Rathore Rajput family.
The Junagadh Fort of Bikaner is a fine specimen of Rajput architecture. The surrounding wall of the fort is more than one kilometer. At the entrance is a large courtyard, which leads to many more entrances and courtyards. This design features serves the purpose of defense from enemies, as well as, protecting the privacy of the residents. All palaces have delicately carved stone lattice screens and extended windows, which are important features in the palace architectural style of West India. The oldest building of the Junagadh Fort is the Dal Niwas. The flower pattern on the walls and ceilings of this palace reflects the skill of the artisans of the olden days. The structural design of the yellow and red interior of the colourful jewel throne room in Atap Mahal, which faces the rear court¬yard, is awe inspiring. The havelis of Bikaner have exceptional architectures. The havelis are luxurious dwellings, of which the Rampuria Haveli is ornamented as magnificently as a palace. The Jain temples of Bikaner replicate the unique structural design of this city in Rajasthan. There is an old group of colourfully painted Jain temples, clustered together like a temple town. Murals in Jain temples are very rare. The Parshwanatha Temple has a statue facing all four sides, but the building is not open on all sides. The Royal Tomb gardens of Bikaner are fenced and divided into two groups. The main group has twelve geometric shaped, white marble chhatris, each supported on twelve pillars, which remind one of the architectural patterns of the Mughal Tomb Gardens. Rajput architectural style majorly predominates in the monuments and buildings of Bikaner. (Last Updated on : 26-02-2014) |
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