Posted by : Prashant July 16, 2012

      



            Bandikui is a small town located in Dausa district of Rajasthan state, India. It is a railway junction under North Western Railway, Jaipur. It has been a major railway hub since the time of British rule in India. The first train in Rajasthan during British regime was started from Bandikui to Agra. Bandikui thus happens to be the first railway junction in the state of Rajasthan. Nearby railway stations to Bandikui are Arnia and Gulana, while Jaipur (100 km) serves to be the nearest major railhead.
 
           There are many places of interest located around Bandikui town. Abhaneri is a prominent tourist place situated just about 7 km south east of Bandikui.   Famous for several historic and religious importance places, Abhaneri is much frequented place near Bandikui. Chand Bawri is popular place in Abhaneri. It is a beautifully carved old step well. It serves as one of the deepest and largest step wells of India. Another important place near Chand Bawri is Harshad Mata Temple. Built in the 10th century, Harshad Mata temple is known for its structure and architecture. The goddess Harshad Mata is believed to be goddess of happiness and joy. One can also take some time out to visit Badiyal Kalan which is just 3 km away from Abhaneri. The place is famous for its Hanuman Temple and several other old temples. 
          Situated at about 11 km away from Bandikui, Jhajirampura is famous for its stone Gaumukh (Cow mouth). Water keeps coming out of this Gaumukh all the time. A beautiful rose garden situated near Gaumukh is another attraction of Jhajirampura. Apart from above mentioned places there are many other worth visiting places around the town of Bandikui. Other attractions near Bandikui include Kalakho Lake, Karnawar, Sikandara and Mehandipur Balaji.    
         Several trains pass through Bandikui Junction Railway Station. Ajmer-Agra Fort Exp, Ajmer-Haridwar Exp, Amritsar- Jaipur Exp, ChandigarhJaipur and Delhi-Jaisalmer Exp are some of trains which pass through Bandikui Jn and connect the town to other parts of India.

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