Prachina Museum, Bikaner

Every city in Rajasthan is a treasure trove of traditions and culture which reflect in the clothing, artefacts, furniture, jewellery, painting and other precious items used by the locals and royalty of that place. A museum is one and the only place which upholds the identity of the place. Bikaner in Rajasthan is a prominent princely state, and its pride is the majestic Junagadh Fort. Inside the fort is established Prachina Museum, a cultural centre, which is a brainchild of Princess Siddhi Kumari who is the daughter of the former Maharaja of Bikaner who died in the year 2000.
The museum is grand in the sense it exhibits the royal dresses or poshaks worn by the female members of the royal family, textile, modern art, religious accessories, portraits of former kings and so on. The museum also exhibits cut glass decorative objects, European wine glasses and the crockery used in the royal kitchens. There are pretty rugs and carpets that depict the artistic finesses of Indian craftsmen.

So, for any tourist in Bikaner who would like to delve into its history, a visit to Prachina Museum is completely non-negotiable.