Gajner is a wildlife sanctuary with Gajner lake and Palace in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan. The Gajner sanctuary is extended into an area of 19.20 sq.km. This wildlife sanctuary was built for the protection Cheetahs in Rajasthan state. Bikaner comes under the desert region and it has a Natural lake with Gajner Palace. This Gajner Palace was built by the king of Bikaner, Maharaja Gaj Singh in 1787 as a hunting ground for royal families.
The Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary of Bikaner is situated about 32 kms away from Bikaner town. This place has a lot of historical importance. In the past, the Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary at Bikaner used to be a favorite site of hunting for Bikaner's Maharajah. It is here that the Maharajah has hunted a number of wild animals. The Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary at Bikaner is currently used in preserving a number of wild animals.
Some of the most well known species of wild animals that are housed in the Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary, Bikaner are deer, wild fowls, nilgai, antelope, black buck, chinkara, wild boars and desert foxes. Many people from across the country of India visit this sanctuary to get a glimpse of the wildlife of the region.
There is a lake within the premises of the Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary in Bikaner. This water body adds to the natural beauty of the place. In the summertime, a number of animals that dwell in the sanctuary come to this lake in search of water. Other than providing relief to the wild animals of the sanctuary in the months of summer, this lake also attract many species of bird alien to the sanctuary in the months of winter. For the tourists who are hardcore bird-lovers, this lake is an ideal place to visit.
For a nature-lover, the Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-visit as it offers a variety of wildlife including different animals and birds.
Best Time to Explore/Visit Gajner Sanctuary
According to my personal experience, the best time to visit Gajner Sanctuary is October to February, during the Rainy & Winter season. Because in Bikaner summers are too hot. This place is the best place for nature lovers, photographers, and also for true explorers.
How to Reach Gajner Sanctuary in Bikaner
By Airway : The nearest airport is Bikaner Civil Airport to reach Gajner sanctuary and it is about 23 km away from the sanctuary.
By Railway : Gajner is the nearest railway station to reach this sanctuary, it is about 4 km from the sanctuary. Another option is Bikaner Junction and it is about 37 km from Gajner Sanctuary.
By Roadway : Bikaner is connected with NH-11 and with state highways. Transportation at Bikaner is really good, Bus services are always available at any time near the bus station across the state.
