History of Rajasthan

Chauhans of Jalore: A Rajput Dynasty of Marwar

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rajasthani warriors on horses

Jalore was called Jabalipur because it was the penance place of sage Jabali. Jalore Fort is situated on Songiri hill. That is why it is also called Songadh, Suvarnagiri and Kanchangiri. Due to abundance of Jaal trees it was called Jalore. The Chauhans of Jalore, also known as the Chauhans of Jalore in vernacular legends, … Read more

History of Bikaner

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History of Bikaner and More About Bikaner's Fort, Haveli and Culture

The ancient names of Bikaner were Jangaldesh and Ratighati. The capital of Jangaldesh was Ahichhatrapur. Rathore dynasty ruled in Bikaner. Kings in Bikaner Rao Bika of bikaner (1465-1504 AD) Construction works at Bika’s time Rao Lunkaran (1505 – 1526 AD) Rao Jaitsi (1526-1541 AD) Rao Kalyanmal (1541 – 1574 AD) Maharaja Raisingh (1574 – 1612 … Read more