Gajner Palace

Gajner Palace is located on the banks of a lake. Maharaja Ganga Singh Ji constructed the palace. The royal family used the palace to retreat after hunting. The red sandstone construction is a glowing example of stunning architecture. The palace is situated in the thick of forest and you could view migratory birds flock in great numbers. It is a perfect place to spend a quiet evening as you could stretch to watch the night sky and the lake silent and stunning.

Now a Heritage hotel, Gajner Palace was once the royal residence of Maharaja Sir Ganga Singh of Bikaner. The palace is situated about 20kms from the city of Bikaner and is set up beside a beautiful lake called Gajner Lake. Since, it is a heritage hotel now, you have the option to enjoy great hospitality by booking a room here; however, if there is budget constrain then you can take a day trip here. The palace is divided into Dungar Niwas, Mandir Chowk, Gulab Niwas and Champa Niwas. Each wing is meticulously designed and equally well-maintained, the distinctive terraces’ design, artistically done balconies and the chic interiors make the palace look very attractive. One has the opportunity to enjoy nature walks, boating and desert safaris near the palace.

History
Spreading in an area of over 6000 acres of land, Gajner Palace Bikaner was mainly hunting resort during the time of the rule of the British and before that the summer palace of Sir Ganga Singhji, one of the greatest Maharajas of Bikaner during the first-half of the 20th century.
It was opted as an accommodation by a number of dignitaries, which also included the Prince of Wales in 1905, Governor General Lord Elgin, Lord Erwin in 1927 and Viceroy of India, Lord Mountbatten. This hotel was connected to the Bikaner Palace by rail in 1922.