Bikaner - The Jewel in the Thar Desert
Bikaner is a city most loved for its snacks and sweets. The desert city was founded in 1488 AD by Rao Bika Ji, and it is home of exotic palaces and temples. Besides the delicious food items, this dry region is significantly known for the presence of carpet weaving industry. The artefacts in Bikaner range from miniature paintings to carpet weaving, while the folk dance and music is one of the unique traits the city has to extend to the visitors. Ladies here are excellent in performing traditional dance forms such as Ghumar, Saluda, Bhav and Mataki.