Shekhawati, the name derived from Shekhawat Rajputs, a wonderful semi-arid historical city situated in the northern region of Rajasthan. The city is also an administrative district of Sikar and Jhunjhunu, surrounded by the Jangladesh, Haryana, Dhundhar and Marwar. The city has occupied 13784 sq.km area and the inhabitants of Shekhawati are known for their sacrificing, brave and hardworking. Thus, highest numbers of Indian Army men generally belong to this historical district.
This semi desert county of the city is a vibrant vision having a enthralling distinctively of its own way. The open air art gallery of the town is called as plethora of painted havelis. Magnificent mansions or haviles of the city, built by rich merchants, present a distinctive architectural style that evolved around the lawns to make sure privacy and safety of the women folk and defense from the high temperature of the warm and lengthy summer.
Our Shekhawati tour package has wisely designed to provide better facilities and privacy during your trip to this beautiful city. In single package, holidaymakers can see all amazing attractions and stay in luxury accommodation. This post will discuss about the sightseeing of Shekhawati and where to stay.
Sightseeing of Shekhawati:
Mandawa: It is one of the small and most beautiful towns in the Shekhawati district. This feudal region has numerous havelis and rich royal fortress where visitors can see how the painted facades present a vast array of astonish. Thakur Nawal Singh had built the Mandawa, and now it is a main center of rich furniture and handicrafts industry. During their visit, tourists can see a painted archway which has decorated with Lord Krishna and his cowherds guides to the Bazar. Many Hindi films also has made on the Manawa town, really the havelis worth to exploring.
Mukundgarh: This town is founded by Raja Mukund Sing, in the middle 18th century, located 14km distance from Mandawa and 2km away Dundlod. The architecture of the town looks like temple square, has quality handicraft market. The iron scissors, the brassware and the textiles are the major source of earning of people. If you are fresco paining lover then you must visit the stunning Ganeriwala and Kanoria havelis that are presenting excellent example of fresco painting. The city provides many luxury accommodations but the Mukundgarh heritage hotel and Cross Country Hotel are the best options to stay.
Nawalgarh: This small town known as Poddar families and fine arts painting. The Poddar School is the major attraction point of the Nawalgarh which focuses outstanding ancient panting work, even also modern techniques. In 1737, the town was built by Thakur Nawal Singh. It consists of magnificent fort and bazzar. Aath Haveli Complex, Roop Niwas Palace, Chokhani Haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat Haveli, Jodhraj Patodia Havlei and Anandilal Poddar Havlei are the major tourist attractions.
Lachhmangarh: The city was founded by Raja Lachhman Singh and known as well planned town and lines of Jaipur. The major sightseeing is Char Chowk Haveli, Sawant Ram Chokhani Haveli, Sanganeria Haveli, Kedia Haveli and Bansidhar Rathi Haveli.
Fatehpur: Kayamkhani Nawab was the founder of this beautiful city. It represents the rich and ancient architect of India. The Devera and Singhania are the two famous havelis that elaborates you how the architecture of India during 15th century. While you are here never forget to watch Japanese tile which carrying paining of Mount Fuji, Bharatiiya Haveli, Jalan, Hukmi Chand Choudhary Haveli and Ram Gopal Mahavir Prasad Goenka Haveli. All havelis in the city are worth to visit.
Places to Stay:
Piramal Haveli: – The hotel is situated in Village Bagar and offering eight rooms. The hotel is two hundred kilometers distance from Sanganer airport of Jaipur and two kilometers away from Ratan Shahar railway station. The hotel has modern amenities and multi-cuisine restaurants.
Apani Dhani Eco Lodge: Located closed to the Kisan Satrawas and 150 kilometers distance from Sanganer airport, Jaipur. The Nawalgarh is the nearest railway station of this lodge. Apani Dhani Eco Lodge offers 10 luxury rooms, restaurants and internet. Guest can also expect car rental and laundry service.
Castle Pachar: In 1994, this hotel was converted into heritage hote. It is set in the north-eastern area of Rajasthan, Shekhawati. According to the history, this fort was built in 1725. The hotel offers jip trips to Khatu Shyam ji, a small town populous for its Krishna Temple, Jeen Mata Ji temple and Harsh Mountains. The accommodation at this wonderful property is provided at its nine suites, two single rooms and five twine rooms.
Thus, thinking too much will waste your crucial time. Just book a Shekhawati tour with us and explore the historical, natural and contemporary attributes of this pristine destination in royal Rajasthan.
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