Junagarh Fort: Junagarh is an impregnable bastion that holds the distinction of having never been captured. It was constructed in 1589 A.D. by Raja Raisingh, one of Akbar’s most distinguished generals. The fort complex houses some magnificent palaces constructed with red sandstone and marble and visitors can feast their eyes on an attractive assortment of courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows. It falls under the category of desert, dhanvan and land fort.
Junagarh Fort – Bikaner
Junagarh Fort history :The fort was originally called Chintamani and was renamed Junagarh or “Old Fort” in the early 20th century when the ruling family moved to Lalgarh Palace outside the fort limits. It is one of the few major forts in Rajasthan which is not built on a hilltop. The modern city of Bikaner has developed around the fort. It is also called Lalgrah as it is built of red sandstone.
- Karan Mahal
- Phool Mahal
- Anoop Mahal
- Chandra Mahal
- Ganga Mahal
- Badal Mahal
Karan Mahal
Karan Mahal (Public Audience Hall) was built by Karan Singh in 1680A.D. to mark his victory over the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. It is considered as one of the most exquisite palaces built with gardens, which displays the aesthetic sensibilities of the royalty of Rajasthan. It has stained glass windows and intricately carved balconies built in stone and wood fluted columns. Later kings Anoop Singh and Surat Singh, also added lot of glitter to this palace with inlaid polychrome glass, intricate mirror patterns, and red and gold paint. In the coronation chamber, there is a shored up alcove, which was used as a throne.
Phool Mahal
Phool Mahal (“Flower Palace”) is the oldest part of the palace and was built by king Raja Raisingh of Bikaner, who ruled between 1571- 1668A.D.
Anoop Mahal
Anoop Mahal is a multi-storeyed structure, which functioned as the administrative headquarters of the kingdom. It has ornate wooden ceilings with inlaid mirrors, Italian tiles, and fine lattice windows and balconies. It has some gold leaf paintings. It is considered as one of the “grandest constructions”.
Chandra Mahal
Chandra Mahal has the most luxurious rooms in the palace, which houses gold plated deities and paintings inlaid with precious stones. In the royal bedroom, mirrors have been strategically placed so that the Maharaja could see from his bed, any intruder entering his
room.
Ganga Mahal
Ganga Mahal was built in the 20th century by Ganga Singh who reigned for 56 years from 1887A.D. to 1943 A.D., has a large court hall known as the Ganga Singh Hall that houses the Museum. The museum has exhibits of war weaponry and also a World War I aeroplane (biplane), which is stated to be well maintained.
Badal Mahal
Badal Mahal (The Weather Palace) is part of the Anoop Mahal extensions. It has paintings of Shekhawati Dundlod chiefs paying respects to the Maharaja of Bikaner in different types of turbans. Photos of people standing on nails, wood, swords and saws are also depicted here – a display of faith and endurance. The walls in this palace depict fresco paintings of the Lord Krishna and his consort Radha amidst the rain clouds.
Bikaneri Havelies
Bikaneri Havelies located both within and outside the fort in the Bikaner city’s by lanes are also of unique architectural style in home architecture. Aldous Huxley who visited these havelis reportedly said “They are the pride of Bikaner”.
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