Laxmi Nivas Palace
- Dr. Karni Singh Road
- Bikaner 334001
- Rajasthan, India
- Tel: 91-151-2521188
- Fax: 91-151-2521487
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The Laxmi Niwas Palace, Named after the goddess of wealth and prosperity “LAXMI” consort of the creator Vishnu was the Principal residence of late His Highness Ganga Singh. It was built in the year 1902 was design by the renowned architect Sir. Swinton Jacob in the Indo Saracen style. The exquisitely and delicate filigree and lattice works makes it a cynosure of all eyes and connoisseurs of art hailed it as one of the most picturesque palaces of the sub-continent is the crowning glory of the Princely Rajputana State. In the center a grand courtyard, surrounded by rooms and commons on all sides, has been witness to celebrations of the men folk and the woman folk, ensconced behind stone Jharokhas that over looked the courtyard, partook discreetly in the cultural extravaganzas which were regularly held in honor of various dignitaries who visited The Laxmi Niwas Palace.