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Located in the northeastern part of Rajasthan state in India, Shekhawati is a semi-arid region that encompasses the districts of Churu, Jhunjhunu and Sikar. A visitor’s delight and a must-visit destination on any tour to Rajasthan, Shekhawati is famous for its forts, temples and frescoes. Embark on tours to Shekhawati Region Rajasthan to witness this grandeur yourself.
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Named after Rao Shekha – one of the well known Rajput chieftains of the bygone era, Shekhawati houses the largest collection of frescoes in the world. These frescoes include images of various Hindu Gods and Goddesses, especially Lord Rama and Lord Krishna. Some of these frescoes also depict mythological and historical themes, life stories of Lord Rama and Krishna and other Gods and Goddesses. The towns dotting the Shekhawati region are famous for housing beautiful painted havelis’. In fact, a tour to Shekhawati in Rajasthan means a visit to the “open gallery of Rajasthan”, having the largest concentration of frescoes in the world.
Most of the buildings in the Shekhawati region were constructed sometime between the 18th century and early 20th century. During the British raj, traders had adopted this frescoed style while constructing their new buildings.
The ‘Marwaris’- the influential business community from the Shekhawati region, have played a significant role in the development of the frescoes in the Shekhawati region, thereby aiding in the promotion of Shekhawati as a tourist hub. Between 1830 and 1930 the Marwaris built several buildings in their homeland Shekhawati, as evidence of their success. They employed artists to paint these buildings lavishly, such that these paintings become the ultimate symbol of their opulence. Having migrated from Shekhawati to various parts of India, the Marwaris now dominate the Indian economy. Today the major trading and industrial houses of India have their roots in Shekhawati.
Your Shekhawati Tour will acquaint you with the incredible cities and town sin the region, namely Nawalgarh, Ramgarh, Dundlod, Mandawa, Fatehpur, Mahansar, Mukungarh, Jhunjhunu, Chirawa, Khetri, Pilani, etc. All these towns boast of distinctive histories and attractions.
While on Tours to Shekhawati Region Rajasthan, you must visit Sikar – well known for its magnificent temples; Ramgarh – famed for exquisite wooden furniture; and Nawalgarh – renowned for its painted ‘havelis’. Even the Dundlod Fort in Dundlod is a marvelous specimen of ancient architecture, and a monument not to be missed on any tours to Shekhawati. Other sites worth visit include the Mandawa Fort in Mandawa and Jhunjhunu – also noted for its temples.
How to Reach Shekhawati:
By Air :– The nearest airport to Shekhawati is at Jaipur – the capital city of Rajasthan.
By Rail :– Jaipur and Bikaner are the two major railway stations nearest to Shekhawati.
By Road :– Shekhawati is well connected to other parts of Rajasthan by an extensive network of roadways. The best way to reach Shekhawati by road is from Jaipur or Bikaner.
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