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Bikaner
Hotels :
Bhanwar Niwas,
Hotel Lallgarh Palace,
Maan Bilas Palace,
Bhairon Vilas,
Karni Bhawan,
Laxmi Niwas Palace,
Hotel Basant Vihar,
Hotel Gajner Palace
The
historical stretch of land covering the area of the
back portion of
 Laxmi
Niwas Palace and various quarters of State time is
known as Lallgarh. Situated in this stretch of royal
apartments is the residence of Late Maharaja Ganga
Singh, the maker of modern Bikaner, who personally
conceived, foresaw and supervised the construction of
his personal residence--The Laxmi Niwas Palace--- a
magnificent red sandstone edifice designed by Sir
Swinton Jacob in the Anglo-Scenic style. This stately
building, great & grand, is built around a central
courtyard and is intricately carved from the skirting
upto the highest dome. The stone 'jali' work (lattice
) is awesome and stunning. The motifs, floral and
geometrical, leave you mesmerised. A lace- like work
of stone on the edges of the entire roof was devised
as a glittering crown on the head of the palace!!. The
royal palace of Laxmi Niwas Palace has a gigantic
principal entrance--The Clock Tower which is secured
by guards and evokes memories of old grandeur and
splendour.
 A
long drive flanking the vast lawns with rows of trees,
fairly big pools and red sandstone quarters take you
to the main building. The great Portico extends a
respectful and dignified welcome to the visitor. The
sculptural art on the pillars supporting this amazing
high- ceilinged Portico, along with the decorative
carving, evokes the senses. The wide retina of stately
staircase lead you up to the reception which extends a
warmth of hospitality to the visitor. It is the pilot
to the extensive hallways and the vast 'chowk' or
inner-courtyard, hallowed by the memories of festive
occasions and gracious functions of the past.
The huge area of the 'chowk', with a garden in the
centre and a beautiful fountain, presents a different
angle to view the beauty of the palace. All round this
courtyard are rows of columns along the long corridors
providing an arresting view. On the walls are hung
rare Trophies, images of the sportive hunting hobby of
the Rajputs. Opening out into these long corridors are
rooms of colossal size, with about ten feet high
doors, which have been painstakingly restored to their
former glory. The original paintwork, arabesque
decoration on the walls & ceiling have been restored
by local artists and craftsmen. The rooms have been
refurbished with exquisite soft-furnishings and the
bathrooms have been made ultra-modern keeping in mind
the needs of the modern day travellers. The Laxmi
Niwas Palace still today commands a grand view. It is
a monument of the glorious past, a vista of bygone
times, covering almost a century of changes ups and
downs. It is indeed the 'Crowning Glory' of Bikaner's
forts and palaces.
Location :
240 km. from airport , 4 km. from Railway Station, 1
km. from the down Town Area.
Accommodation :
Total 30, 4 Singles, 18 Double, 10 Suits - Baths
Attached.
Dining :
Vegetarian food (Indian, Chinese, Continental).
Facilities:
Air-conditioned, Mini bar and
refrigerator, Telephone, Bar, Coffee Shop, Swimming
Pool, Television, EPBAX Telephones, Laundry, Money
Changer, Conference Facilities.
Address :
Laxmi Niwas Palace Lalgarh Complex Bikaner
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