Shekhawati
ToursReputed across the world as
'the open art gallery' of
Rajasthan, the area of
Shekhawati in Rajasthan includes several villages
and towns. The entire area offers soem of the most eleborate havelis, exquisite
frescoes, step wells and temples. Historical events, personages, battle scenes,
and folk heroes were painted in the havelis in great details. Rao Shekha, the
founder of Shekhawati, came to power at the young age of 12 and established a
reign that lasted 43 years
.
Places of Interest in Shekhawati,
RajasthanNawalgarhNawalgarh offers a unique fusion of
tradtions with modernity. The town is located in the semi arid North-Eastern
part of Rajasthan where every dune vibrates with legend. The colorful bazaars of
Nawalgarh in Rajasthan offers the largest number of painted
havelies
in Shekhawati that gives it a unique charm. You will be amazed to as you
visit the mansions covered with frescoes depicting the whole gamut on social and
religious life, where history is painted with humor. Major attcations of the
place include Aath (eight) Haveli complex, Anandilal Poddar haveli, Jodhraj
Patodia haveli, Chokhani haveli and hotel Roop Niwas Palace.
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this city of Havelis with us, Click here for
tours....MukundgarhYour
visit to Shekhawati is
incomplete unless you visit the fascinating town of
Mukundgarh in
Rajasthan. This is the town where the finest of
Shekhawati's frescoes
can be seen. It offers interesting havelies and a sprawling
fort of
Rajasthan that has now been converted into a heritage hotel. You can also
shop for exquisite local handicrafts and brass and iron scissors.
MandawaThe
sprawling
Mandawa Castle dates back to the medieval time. It offers
breathtaking views of the town that are sure to leave you spellbound. The
havelis in the castle include Chokhani, Saraf, Goenka and Ladia havelis and are
reputed for their frescos and designs. A painted arched gateway adorned with
Lord Krishna and his cows leads to the bazar. There is also a temple dedicated
to Shiva that deserves more than a brief visit.
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