Gajner Palace, an incomparable jewel in the Thar Desert is built on the embankment of a lake. Built by H.H. Maharaja Sir Ganga Singhji of Bikaner, this Grand Heritage property is spread over 6000 acres. Gajner Palace was used as a hunting resort by the former Maharajas and visiting British dignitaries during the days of the Raj. During the reign of Maharaja Ganga Singhji, this palace was used for grand shoots and lavish entertainment. Christmas season was often celebrated with prearranged duck and Imperial Sand Grouse shoots. Royalty, both, National and International, Viceroys and other dignitaries were invited on this grand occasion.

The Palace now has a private wildlife sanctuary, which is home to endangered antelopes like the chinkara, black buck, neelgai and other animals. During winter months, the lake becomes home to more than a hundred species of migratory birds, including the Imperial Sand Grouse.

While at Gajner Palace, one can see the photographs of the days of the Raj which have been meticulously arranged in the corridors. Each suite has been carefully restored to its original grandeur; right from the furniture to the wall paper, every little detail has been recreated. During the stay at Gajner Palace, one should try a camel, horse or a jeep safari into the wildlife sanctuary. The wildlife is plentiful and the best time for the safari is the early morning or the evenings when the wildlife flocks to the lake to drink water.

Location

5 kms. from the Railway Station.

Accomodation

38 Historic and Super Delux Rooms.

Facilities

Camel and jeep safaris, banquet, conference and boating.

Facilities

Air-conditioned rooms, room service, running hot and cold water in the bathrooms, multi-cuisine restaurant, doctor on call, all major credit cards accepted here.

Address

P.O. Gajner, Tehsil Kolayat, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India

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