Lalgarh Palace

Lalgarh Palace is a royal residence in Bikaner built from red sandstone, featuring multiple courtyards, gardens, and intricate latticework throughout its structure. The building combines Indian and European architectural styles in an elaborate design from the early 1900s.

The palace was commissioned in 1902 by Maharaja Ganga Singh as a tribute to his father. A British architect designed the building by blending Indian and European architectural traditions.

The palace displays art collections spanning generations of rulers, showing the artistic traditions that shaped the Bikaner region. Visitors walking through the galleries can see how each ruler contributed to this accumulated collection of paintings and sculptures.

The palace operates as a heritage hotel, allowing visitors to stay in former royal chambers or take guided tours through historical sections. This setup offers an authentic way to experience how the ruling family once lived.

The building features carved arches, decorated ceilings, and original furnishings that reveal the craftsmanship of early 1900s Indian artisans. These details show the level of skill and care that went into creating the palace.

Location: Bikaner

Architects: Samuel Swinton Jacob

Official opening: 1926

Website: http://lallgarhpalace.com/gallery.htm

GPS coordinates: 28.04108,73.33166

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27