Sadul Singh Museum in Bikaner, Rajasthan is one of the main tourism highlights in a place renowned for its warrior heritage, and it remains true to that lineage. It is situated enclosed by the Lalgarh Palace and is built in memoriam of kings of royal dynasties of Bikaner like Sadul Singh, Ganga Singh and Karni Singh. Sadul Singh had also been a lieutenant. There are separate and ornate sections inside the museum that houses the landmark achievements and articles of each of these kings. There are also collections of Georgian era art in the form of paintings, sculptures and art items. There are still parts in the palace inside which the royal dynasty lives to this day.
History:
If you want to take a sneak peek into history, you must visit Sadul Singh Museum that offers a rich history to travel buffs. You will get to know the powerful past of royalty in vast details. You will also witness Georgian culture in close detail. You may also capture the beautiful pictures that will become your treasure trove.
Best Time to Visit:
You need to plan your trip during the colder months. Ideally, you should visit Rajasthan from October to March. Rajasthan remains extremely hot during the summer months and you may not be able to tolerate the extreme heat during these months. However, Mt Abu is comparatively cooler in comparison to the other parts of Rajasthan. You should also avoid touring the place during monsoon season as the rain may impact your sightseeing. Winter has emerged as the best period to make your trip to Sadal Singh Museum.
How to Reach?
Jodhpur is the nearest airport where you can get domestic flights. And, the nearest railway station is Bikaner Junction or Lalgarh Railway station. You can also get buses that have been plying between major cities. When you get down at the airport and railway station, you can hire autos, taxis, or buses to reach Lalgarh Palace and from thereon you will find the museum on the second floor.
Bikaner Tourism is home to one of the only two models of the biplane used by the British during World War I. They were presented by the British to Maharaja Ganga Singh, then ruler of the city. Another unique aspect about Bikaner are the sand dunes that are scattered throughout the district, especially from the north-east down to the southern area. Bikaner is situated in the northern region of Rajasthan. One of the earlier established cities, Bikaner still displays its ancient opulence through palaces and forts, built of red sandstone, that have withstood the passage of time. The city boasts of some of the world’s best riding camels and is aptly nicknamed ‘camel country’. It is also home to one of the world’s largest camel research and breeding farms; as well as being known for having its own unique temple dedicated to Karni Mata at Deshnok called the Rats Temple.