Rajasthan
Udaya Gold Cup Football Tournament
- 06 Mar 2025
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The 4th state level Uday Gold Cup Football Tournament is being organized in Bikaner from 1 March to 7 March 2025 .
Key Points
- About the tournament:
- The tournament is being organised by Master Udaya Club at Pushkarna Stadium under floodlights.
- A total of 11 matches will be played in this tournament.
- So far 12 teams have entered this tournament.
- These include two teams each from Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur and one team each from Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Kota, Ajmer, Nagaur and Karauli.
Bikaner
- About:
- Bikaner was founded in 1488 AD by Rathore prince Rao Bikaji .
- Located at latitude 28.01°N and longitude 73.9°E.
- Geographical Feature :
- Desert district located in north-eastern Rajasthan.
- There is no river in Bikaner.
- Scenic Spots:
- Karni Mata Temple : Famous as the Temple of Rats.
- Mukam Temple : The main religious place of the Bishnoi sect.
- Junagarh Fort : One of the most beautiful forts in Rajasthan.
- Bhandshah Jain Temple : Ancient Jain temple located within the city wall.
- Lunkaransar - Salt water lake.
- Gajner Sanctuary - Famous for Butbat (Imperial Sandgoose, Sand Partridge) bird and wild boar.
- Civilizations:
- Sothi, Poongal, Dadhatora ancient civilizations are in Bikaner.
- Camel Research Centre:
- The world's largest camel research and breeding centre is in Bikaner (1984).
- Camel festival is organised in Bikaner every year in January .
