Important festivals and things to do in Bikaner
Apart from sightseeing, there are traditional and cultural activities in Bikaner you can indulge into. In this read, we bring to you the pursuits that could make your trip far more exciting.
Spend time with Camels
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Camels are an important livelihood source in Bikaner. And you will be amazed to know that Bikaner homes Asia’s biggest Camel farm- National Research Centre on Camel. You can take a camel ride, try desserts made from camel’s milk, visit the in-house museum, or simply stroll around the farm for a different experience.
Desert safari
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Usually, the desert safari packages include half the journey on the jeep (the wide tired open jeeps, the ones on which you get a feel of roller coaster rides :D) and the remaining half distance on camel’s back. The operators tour the villages, serving traditional Rajasthani lunch and some offer camping in the desert as well.
This makes a definitely include activity on your travel bucket.
You can refer this site for how the tour is accomplished.
Shopping
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There is a different fun in getting to the place and buying something traditional in exchange for money (not cards, no e-transfer). From Bikaner you can shop mojri (footwear), Churan (savory digestive pills), snacks (papad, gathiya), clothing (lightweight, printed dress material), traditional blankets, etc.
International Camel Festival
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Camels are called as the Ship of Desert and in the sandy region of Bikaner, how can one not celebrate this age-long means of transportation.
Every year in January, Bikaner celebrates International Camel Festival with pomp and show. This event attracts tourists from across the world to witness the colorful procession of ornate camels.
The event also showcases traditional handicrafts, camel milk sweets, folk dances, and music. Many competitions are held ranging from best-decorated camel, camel milking, camel fur design to best camel hair-cut, makeup and interesting photography.
Location for this event: International Camel festival Route, Ladera, Bikaner- 334602
You can read more information about this festival here. If you are looking for travel options to reach Bikaner, you can also book an intercity cab from your city.
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