Bikaner City, News, Jobs, Music, Culture Portal http://www.hamarabikaner.org/index.htm http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:36 +0530 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:15 +0530 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.2.9) unlicensed version http://www.feedforall.com Bikaner - The City of Joy, Happiness and Religions. A vast expanse of rippling sand and scorching son. An arid, rocky scrubland. It is situated on an elevated ground, surrounded by a seven-kilometer-long embattled wall marked by five gates. The Rathore prince Rao Bikaji, the liveliest and most enterprising son of Rao Jodhaji of Marwar, founded Bikaner in 1488 AD. The harsh desert surrounds this rich city, no doubt few could gather courage to venture into this part of the globe. The old part of Bikaner city is surrounded by a stone wall that is 15–30 feet (5–9 m) high and has five gates. Bikaner is now a trade centre for wool, hides, building stone, salt, and grain. Bikaneri woolen shawls, blankets, carpets, and sugar candy are famous, and there are also ivory and lacquer ware handicrafts. http://hamarabikaner.org/bikaner.htm 2433C76D-675F-4833-B0B6-E0FCDEB74E60 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:15 +0530 City, north-central Rajasthan state, northwestern India. It lies 240 miles (386 km) west of Delhi. The city was the capital of the former princely state of Bikaner. About 1465 Rao Bika, a Rajput chieftain of the Rathor clan, began to conquer the area from other Rajput clans. In 1488 he began building the city of Bikaner (“the settlement of Bika”). He died in 1504, and his successors gradually extended their possessions. The state adhered loyally to the Mughal emperors, who ruled in Delhi from 1526 to 1857. Rai Singh, who succeeded as chieftain of Bikaner in 1571, became one of the emperor Akbar's most distinguished generals and was named the first raja of Bikaner. http://hamarabikaner.org/bikaner-history.htm 7E27B837-BAFD-4BBF-BCDF-40A3EC7C6BE0 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:16 +0530 Bikaner City Profile http://www.hamarabikaner.org/city-profile.htm FFFB1933-E9CB-417B-9FF9-69FDB2EE2D2D Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:17 +0530 Bikaner News http://hamarabikaner.org/Bikaner-News.htm AB5C4DC9-C0C0-4ACA-9749-D627737705BF Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:18 +0530 Bikaner is a city that still possesses the charm of the medieval period. Bikaner lies 240 km northeast of Jodhpur, in the center of the hot Thar. The Rajput civilization comes alive with opulent palaces, elaborately sculptured temples. The splendor of the desert, the camels, the entire ambience just arrests the visitor. Camel, the ship of the desert, is an inseparable part of life here. Bikaner is the final destination for a veritable foodie. The lip smacking Bikaneri sweets and namkeens are famous wordlwide. Bikaner is also famous all over the globe for it's "Bhujia & Papads", spicy snacks made from fried gram and pulses and also for "Rasgullas" a dessert. http://hamarabikaner.org/howtoreachbikaner.htm 971DAF47-D9CC-4DEA-A838-7D485C3AA605 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:19 +0530 Bikaner lies in its forts, havelies, palaces and temples. Famous Places are Junagarh Fort, Lallgarh Palace, Gajner Palace, axminathji Temple, Bhandasar Jain temple, Karni Mata temple (Deshnok), Kodamdesar, Kolayat. http://hamarabikaner.org/Place-to-see.htm 77E72AFE-0C31-4AF9-BB69-380A79DEAD44 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:20 +0530 Bikaner Culture http://hamarabikaner.org/bikaner-culture.htm EEF850A6-AA29-4CE2-BB6F-6EF935C58D90 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:21 +0530 Built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh(1571-1611 A.D.), a general in the army of emperor Akbar, the fort is a formidable structure encircled by a moat and has some beautiful places within. These places, made in red sandstone (Dulmera) and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of countryards, balconies, kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure. http://hamarabikaner.org/Junagarhfort.htm 47BD0D4A-B46F-4EE3-9903-99D8E06599EF Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:22 +0530 Development of a country or a state is reflected on what and how much it is contributing in the main stream of the flow of currency. In 1962 Bikaner joined the Industrial Development movement. Though somewhat late but in this short span of time its rise is far too long. The first industrial area was delineated and the Bikaner district association formed, in between 1967-70 . The callous condition of living in Bikaner which made most of the Bikaneries to move to other regions and start there business there. But now the circumstances has been changed by the hard working and strength of Bikaneries. And also businessman were encouraged by the state authorities to start industries in their home district. http://hamarabikaner.org/bikaner-industry.htm 9C6C697C-F9E6-4F2E-913A-7CB5B967AA43 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:23 +0530 The architectural masterpiece in red sandstone was built by Maharaja Ganga Sing (1881 AD-1942 AD) in memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh between 1902 -1926.This magnificent palace is an example of pure Rajput martial architecture. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, this palace has several grand halls, lounges, cupolas and pavilions. The exotic palace has magnificent pillars, richly carved fire mantles, Italian colonnades and motif of lotus in full bloom, adding to the magic of this jewel of the desert. Walls of palaces are reminiscent of the past vintage etchings, hunting trophies and old portraits. http://hamarabikaner.org/lalgarh.htm 0F3C2D00-8F69-4900-B2C8-7F0C65146735 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:24 +0530 The Rajasthani miniature evolved styles that became apparent in the different Kingdoms where it found patronage. Used initially as the illustration for the text, they evolved later as the portfolios of the life and times of their royal patrons. In Rajasthan there were seven distinctive styles of what are also referred to as Rajput paintings and they evolved in the following seven states. http://hamarabikaner.org/art-craft.htm EC20A620-50DB-4398-962E-C071AA010B52 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:25 +0530 Usta Art came from Iran and flourished in the Mughal durbars and inter-mingled with the Indian culture. Raja Rai Singh, the then king of Bikaner, brought nawab Usta artists to his kingdom. The Usta artisans of Bikaner developed a new stream of Usta art. Their descendents manifested its beauty in the form of Bikaner's fabulous Junagarh Fort's Anoop palace, Chandra palace, karan palace and Phool Mahal. The art is still thriving and to this day , Usta craftsmen can be seen practicing the art, handed down by their ancestors. http://hamarabikaner.org/usta-arts.htm CAAD084E-4220-4410-8AFF-D18379B617DB Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:26 +0530 Gajner Palace -a summer resort of Bikaner Maharajas -has often been described as ' an incomparable jewel in the Thar desert'. Built by Maharaja Ganga Singh ji of Bikaner, palace stands on the embankment of a lake .The palace was used by Maharaja for grand shoots and lavish entertainment. Royalty, both Indian as well as international, Viceroys and other dignitaries have been entertained at this grand palace. The architecture of Gajner palace is truly outstanding. Built in red sandstone with intricately carved pillars, jharokhas and screens , the craftsmanship here is amazing.A part of palace has been transformed into hotel. http://hamarabikaner.org/Gajnerpalace.htm E8524715-8B9B-453A-BD46-F5B60459C62E Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:27 +0530 Bikaner is growing as a big centre for education. Good schools and coaching facilities provide students with plenty of opportunities http://hamarabikaner.org/education.htm F78B5981-6559-4F6F-85D9-245578D7DD6B Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:28 +0530 Camel Festival, Holi, Karnimata, Kapil Muni Fair Gangaur Fair, Kite Festival http://hamarabikaner.org/fairandfestival.htm 65378783-A99D-4B60-9848-8EB1179BDA66 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:29 +0530 The wildlife sanctuary amidest green surrounding on the road to Jaiselmer, which provides shelter to chinkaras, blackbucks, blue bull (neel gai), Wild Boar and flocks of imperial sand grouse and many other birds and waterfowls which flock here in large numbers. http://hamarabikaner.org/Gajnersanctuary.htm F865D47D-B820-4507-9BF6-A751312A806E Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:30 +0530 Welcome to Bikaner the Heritage City, renowned for fort and palaces that are rated the best in the state of Rajasthan and India. The Laxmi Niwas Palace, Named after the goddess of wealth and prosperity “LAXMI” consort of the creator Vishnu was the Principal residence of late His Highness Ganga Singh. It was built in the year 1902 was design by the renowned architect Sir. Swinton Jacob in the Indo Saracen style. The exquisitely and delicate filigree and lattice works makes it a cynosure of all eyes and connoisseurs of art hailed it as one of the most picturesque palaces of the sub-continent is the crowning glory of the Princely Rajputana State. http://hamarabikaner.org/laxminiwaspalace.htm 7D4B5F7B-DB44-42BB-95E7-1C2DD1BA9AED Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:31 +0530 Each region in India has its own traditional dishes and specialties. In the royal kitchens of Rajasthan, as well as most other states, food was very serious business and raised to the level of an art-form. Hundreds of cooks worked in the stately palaces and kept their recipes a were passed on to their sons and the rest were lost for ever. It became a matter of great prestige to serve unusual dishes to guests and the royal cooks were encouraged to experiment. The tales of how cooks tried to impress their guests by presenting at least one unforgettable item on the menu have now become legends. The monthly budget ran into lakhs of rupee and the royal guests were treated to such delicacies as stuffed camels, goats, pigs and peacocks .It was perfectly normal to have live pigeons and other birds fly out of elaborately decorated dishes. The food was served in gold and silver utensils and the number of dishes at one meal ran into hundreds. It was usually never possible to taste all the delicacies served. http://hamarabikaner.org/rajasthanifood.htm 2E027CAB-9B6D-4C9F-820D-3510400C20E3 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:32 +0530 Carvings find best expression in Bikaneri havelies. Havelies are marvels in home architecture. Such havelies or residential houses do not exist anywhere in the world. They are the pride of Bikaner, says great author and philosopher, Aldous Huxley. They are situated in narrow lanes in the old city. Splendid abodes can be seen in the midst of streets that look serpent like and peaceful. They are marvelous mansions made of red stone and stand magnificently. They stand spreading magic around. http://hamarabikaner.org/bikaner-haveli.htm 34320CB8-5A1D-4546-887E-7F1F3660D77B Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:33 +0530 Bikaneri Pop Songs Bikaneri Music http://www.hamarabikaner.org/bikaneripop/default.asp 53539585-F359-4E9C-B06E-02E6D7AB9D82 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:34 +0530 The most famous cluster of havelies is the Rampuria Group of Havelies. Built by Balujee Chalva under instructions from Rampuria family its carvings show surprising skill. Rampuria havelis are many in number and are big in size and being located at nearly adjacent positions make great impression almost like the great havelies of Jaisalmer, the Patwa havelies. Their appears an undeniable similarity between the two havelies perhaps because both of them were mainly conceived and built by Vishwakarma clan. The interior scheme of decoration of the two havelies is very different. The Patwa havelies were built earlier and emphasized on exterior decoration and minute carvings on jaisalmeri stone while the Rampuria havelies were built of dulmera stone. The jaisalmeri stone is yellow in colour. The dulmera stone is red. http://hamarabikaner.org/rampuria-haveli.htm E1CD5FB8-C5E0-4ED2-ABD6-C8E76D037233 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:35 +0530 Rajasthani Dictionary (राजस्थांनी सबदकोश) Download Rajasthani Songs http://hamarabikaner.org/rajasthani.htm F64E22E4-DE51-4787-8501-DC4AA6B87D47 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:36 +0530 The most beautiful carvings on the face side are those of Rikhji Bagri ki Haveli situated near mohta chowk. Bikaner. It is very little known and is small in size. It is a poetry written on stone. Such artistic exterior is unparallel and perhaps does not exist anywhere on earth. The other and much better known havelies including the great patwa havelies fade when the carving of this haveli show off the minutest details in a most delicate manner. Be it a peacock, an elephant, a flower or a pot, every thing is natural. living and just enchanting. http://hamarabikaner.org/rikhji-bagri-ki-haveli.htm 27373D94-AB4C-46CB-97B4-7D928D414C48 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:37 +0530 Rajasthani Dictionary Sabdkosh English to Rajasthani http://hamarabikaner.org/rajasthani-dictionary.htm BF7A3477-82FA-40F3-AF5C-EAF69088E492 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:38 +0530 Another cluster of havelies which attracts the onlooker is the cluster of Daga chowk havelies. There are a number of havelies in Daga Chowk. A salient feature of these havelies is the fact that they are scattered like the scattered clouds. They are adorned with carvings of flowers. The rose is there with its freshness. The lotus flowers are there with their charm, Other flowers are there with their leaves. The walls are all flowery and take the viewer in a world of nature and its infinite http://hamarabikaner.org/daga-chowk-haveli.htm AC8DBE14-D42E-486C-AEA9-8ECA8F84E860 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:39 +0530 The European influence is more evident in the haveli of Bhairondan Kothari. Its exterior is not so attractive or artistic but once you enter. it you are just enamored with its charm, it excels in marble work. It imparts fascinating beauty to its floors. Marble tiles are studded in the floors of the haveli. Marble magic is evident in every corner. It is the beautiful poem of Kamayani written by soft marble stone. Its marble work is unmatched and can match marble work any where in any part of world. It is this consideration which has forced some to include this haveli as one of the most beautiful houses of India, one of the fifty most beautiful. http://hamarabikaner.org/bhairon-niwas.htm 12958D28-6A42-42CE-9265-299D79794478 Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:40 +0530 Download Rajasthani Songs Bhajan Holi songs video http://hamarabikaner.org/download-rajasthani-songs.htm 9DE60C81-F9C6-4C14-B157-33948195D22B Sat, 7 Mar 2009 17:13:41 +0530