Unlike other forts of Rajasthan, Junagarh Fort that lies in the city of Bikaner is not built on a hilltop. People reading Bikaner local news are well aware of the fact that this fort was earlier known as Chintamani and was later renamed as Junagarh or ‘Old Fort’ when the royal family moved to Lalgarh Palace in the 20th century.

This fort is 5.28 hectares large and has palaces, temples and pavilions in its vicinity. These buildings depict perfect example of composite culture. ** Geography of the Fort**

Located in the city of Bikaner, this fort is surrounded by Aravalli range on the northwest. Part of the desert area lies in Bikaner city.

Structures

First India Rajasthan has noted the fact that the structures within the Junagarh Fort are the palaces and temples, most of which are built with red sandstone (Dulmera) and marble. The beauty of the palaces which have courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows is such that it attracts tourists worldwide. People all across the globe come to this fort to view the temples and the palaces which are preserved as museums for everybody to know about the living style of Maharanas of Rajasthan.### Latest news of Bikaner is that this fort is known as “a paradox between medieval military architecture and beautiful interior decoration”.

Bikaner current news have listed some of the buildings of this fort:

1. Har Mandir: This temple was the private temple of the royal family. Besides celebrating every Hindu festival here, royal family also celebrated other functions like birthdays and marriages.Hindu deity of Lakshmi Narayan, a combined representation of god Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi are worshipped here in this temple.

2. Karan Mahal: This palace is named after the ruler Karan Singh who built it in c.1680 to mark his victory over Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Those reading latest Bikaner news consider this palace one of the most beautiful palace as it is surrounded with gardens and also depict the royalty of Rajasthan in true sense.

3. Anup Mahal: This multi-storeyed palace was the administrative headquarters of the rulers. The rooms of this palace are very well maintained and display the treasures of the royal family. The view of the palace is more than amazing. The interiors of the rooms are done with Italian tiles and besides these it also has ornate wooden ceilings with inlaid mirrors. This part of the fort is so grand that it is also called ‘grandest construction.’

4. Chandra Mahal: If you haven't visited this part of the palace then you have surely missed out the best part which has the most luxurious rooms. ### Bikaner latest news in Hindi has brought forth the fact that this palace has gold plated deities and paintings inlaid with precious stones.

5. Fort Museum: There is a museum inside the fort which is called Junagarh Fort Museum and was established in 1961 by Maharaja Dr. Karni Singhji under the control of Maharaja Rai Singhji Trust. This museum displays everything from royal costumes, farmans (royal orders), miniature paintings, jewels, headgear and dresses of gods’ idols, enamelware, silver, palanquins, howdahs to war drums.

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