Bikaner lies north of Jodhpur . This fortified city of Bijapur stands at a slight elevation and is enclosed by a stone wall with five huge gates. Several palaces, shrines can be seen here. The most important fort is the Junagarh Fort. Although Bikaner was intrinsically linked by blood to the rest of Rajputana, historically it charted a different course. The Rathore-Mughal friendship really flourished during Akbar's reign but deteriorated during Aurangzeb's reign.
From the eighteenth century onwards, the tie and dye textiles called bandhani has become an important textile craft of Bikaner . Tie and dye odhnis (long scarves worn around the neck or head by women) are very popular in Bikaner . Touring the city, one may come across dyers dipping fabrics in huge vats to make exquisite tie and dye odhnis, while in the shadow of ruined fortresses, the dyers dry hand-block printed fabrics. The other famous craft includes sculpting, wood craft, Jali(mesh work on stone) work are very famous. Bikaneri sweets and snacks are famous throughout India . You can find top sweet shops in India selling Bikaneri delicacies.
Almost every travel agent in North India conducts tours to Bikaner and other cities of Rajathan. The city has quality heritage hotels and havelies for luxurious accommodation. Desert Safari, Camel Riding and seasonal festivals add charm for a visitor,
