Junagarh Fort, Bikaner, Rajasthan

The first dig ceremony for construction of the fort was held on Thursday, 30th January, 1589 AD. The foundation was laid on Monday, 17th February, 1589 A.D. and it was completed on Thursday, 17th January 1594 AD. Later on this fort became the most magnificent example of architecture and great center of art. The present fort is a composite structure, the result of intense building activities of many rulers through four centuries and one of the precious gems of Indian architecture in the midst of Thar Desert.

For a complete background of the Junagarh Fort including information on the architecture, rulers, palaces and present day facilities, visit Junagarh Fort online. An extraordinary website filled with descriptive photos is perfect for the pre-planning tourist or post traveler looking to fill in the gaps. The website is the most thoroughly presented site of any fort I’ve traveled thus far.

Open daily 10 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

Entry Fee Rs 100. Camera Fee Rs 30. Video Fee Rs 100. Entry fee includes a mandatory guided tour of 1 hr.

Tourists should plan on a minimum of 1 hr to see the fort. Two to three hours would be beneficial. There is a refreshment area for drinks and light snacks if a long visit begins to drag. Wear sunscreen as the tour pops in and out of the sun. Also, wear lightweight clothing. The tour involves frequent stair climbing and much walking coupled with the heat of Rajasthan.