Rampuria Haveli is “the pride of Bikaner” according to Aldous Huxley who is a prominent writer and philosopher. As per locals, people who used to stay there shifted to Kolkata. Architecture is beautiful, when we went there it was locked, unable to enter inside.
Laxman2 years ago
Best place for photography amazing architecture !!!
Radheyshyam Jangid2 years ago
RAMPURIA HAVELI
Bikaner has several havelis (aristocratic homes), the most famous cluster being the Rampuria Group of Havelis. Built of dulmera (red) stone, every aspect of the havelis – jharokhas (casements), entrances, latticed windows, divankhanas, gumaharias or basements – is simply exotic. Leaves and flowers decorate every jharokha, lending it a pleasant touch. These massive havelis are decorated with golden work of the highest quality. Their dankhanas (drawing room) take one back to the Mughal and Rajput era. One can notice an abundance of Victorian influence in their design as well. The wood carvings in Rampuria Havelies are extremely exquisite. Spaced close to each other, the havelis are truly a sight to behold.
BIKANER
WELCOME TO CAMEL COUNTRY
Bikaner is home to one of the only two models of the biplane used by the British during World War I. They were presented by the British to Maharaja Ganga Singh, then ruler of the city. Another unique aspect about Bikaner are the sand dunes that are scattered throughout the district, especially from the north-east down to the southern area. Bikaner is situated in the northern region of Rajasthan. One of the earlier established cities, Bikaner still displays its ancient opulence through palaces and forts, built of red sandstone, that have withstood the passage of time. The city boasts of some of the world’s best riding camels and is aptly nicknamed ‘camel country’. It is also home to one of the world’s largest camel research and breeding farms; as well as being known for having its own unique temple dedicated to Karni Mata at Deshnok, called the Rats Temple.
The origins of Bikaner can be traced back to 1488 when a Rathore prince, Rao Bikaji, founded the kingdom. Legend has it that Bikaji, one of Rao Jodhaji’s five sons, left his father’s Durbar in annoyance after an insensitive remark from his father, the illustrious founder of Jodhpur. Bikaji travelled far and when he came upon the wilderness called Jangladesh, he decided to set up his own kingdom and transformed it into an impressive city.
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R R2 years ago
Basic haveli, need to pay entry fee for a place with nothing much to see. Guides will be attacking you left, right n centre, ruining the entire experience. Getting rid of them is as tough as getting rid of bees frm honey. Tough to get here thru all the narrow gullies.
Suman Kataria2 years ago
Rampuria Haveli is actually a pride of Bikaner. So beautiful to see, architecture, heritage, Royal. Situated in Ola Bikaner city. ❤
Ar. Manisha Khandelwal2 years ago
These havelis are very old and still they look beautiful even many tourists come to visit just to see it's rajputana architecture and there detailed carvings of stone.
Lakshya Rawat2 years ago
One of the most iconic place in the bikaner Best place for photography and shoot .
Dhruv Bhargava2 years ago
Rampuriya Haveli is the pride of Bikaner. It is very architectural and antiquity building in Bikaner Rajasthan India. It is located Joshiwara, old Bikaner Rajasthan. Rampuriya Haveli belonged to one of the richest and most powerful families of Bikaner is distence of 2km away from Bikaner junction Railway Station. Built in Dulmera red sandstone during the 15th century. The exterior structure is dominated by jharokhas, providing the haveli with a most picturesque look and decorated with golden work of the highest quality. Most of the haveli is up for display to the public between 6Am to 6Pm.
Bikaner has several havelis (aristocratic homes), the most famous cluster being the Rampuria Group of Havelis. Built of dulmera (red) stone, every aspect of the havelis – jharokhas (casements), entrances, latticed windows, divankhanas, gumaharias or basements – is simply exotic. Leaves and flowers decorate every jharokha, lending it a pleasant touch. These massive havelis are decorated with golden work of the highest quality. Their dankhanas (drawing room) take one back to the Mughal and Rajput era. One can notice an abundance of Victorian influence in their design as well. The wood carvings in Rampuria Havelies are extremely exquisite. Spaced close to each other, the havelis are truly a sight to behold.
BIKANER
WELCOME TO CAMEL COUNTRY
Bikaner is home to one of the only two models of the biplane used by the British during World War I. They were presented by the British to Maharaja Ganga Singh, then ruler of the city. Another unique aspect about Bikaner are the sand dunes that are scattered throughout the district, especially from the north-east down to the southern area. Bikaner is situated in the northern region of Rajasthan. One of the earlier established cities, Bikaner still displays its ancient opulence through palaces and forts, built of red sandstone, that have withstood the passage of time. The city boasts of some of the world’s best riding camels and is aptly nicknamed ‘camel country’. It is also home to one of the world’s largest camel research and breeding farms; as well as being known for having its own unique temple dedicated to Karni Mata at Deshnok, called the Rats Temple.
The origins of Bikaner can be traced back to 1488 when a Rathore prince, Rao Bikaji, founded the kingdom. Legend has it that Bikaji, one of Rao Jodhaji’s five sons, left his father’s Durbar in annoyance after an insensitive remark from his father, the illustrious founder of Jodhpur. Bikaji travelled far and when he came upon the wilderness called Jangladesh, he decided to set up his own kingdom and transformed it into an impressive city.
ATTRACTIONS & PLACES TO VISIT AND EXPLORE IN BIKANER
Best place for photography and shoot .