Lalgarh Palace is an architectural masterpiece showcasing the perfect blend of Rajputana, European and Mughal architecture. The exterior of this palace, built with sandstone, has an Indian influence, while the interior, replete with drawing rooms, smoking rooms, grand halls, lounges, pavilions and cards rooms, boast a quintessential British style. The complex of the palace features magnificent pillars, elaborate fireplaces, Italian colonnades, a museum and a library. Two wings of the palace serve as luxury hotels while one of them houses the royal family of Bikaner. Tourists must visit the museum at the palace to gain insight into the princely lives of the rulers of Bikaner. The best time to visit is from November to February when the weather remains pleasant.