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Widely known for its artistic abundances, Shekhawati is a perfect place for art buffs and history lovers. Shekhawati region of Rajasthan is a treasure chest of beautifully painted havelis or palatial mansions. Truly an open-air art gallery, this semi-desert region holds any of its visitors with admiration. Plan a tour to Shekhawati region of Rajasthan and explore the artistic flavor of the region.
This open-air art gallery of Rajasthan was founded by Rao Shekha. This semi-desert region includes the districts of Jhunjhunu, Sikar and Churu. As you travel to Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, explore its spectacular havelis. These havelis display the rich heritage and architecture of the region. These magnificent havelis were constructed by rich merchants. See exuberant motif work, colorful wall paintings and mirror work while touring the Shekhawati havelis.
Most of the havelis have murals or frescoes based on mythological themes. Take a trip to Mandawa, the gateway to Shekhawati. Here you can see Goenka double Havelis, Chokhani double Haveli, Bansidhar Newatia haveli and many others. Also visit the havelis of Fatehpur, Nawalgarh and Dundlod.
As you travel to Shekhawati Rajasthan, you will also see the Chhatri or Cenotaphs. Ramgarh, founded in 1791, houses several cenotaphs. Here you can see Ramgopal Poddar chhatri, group of Poddar chhatris, etc. Besides exquisite havelis and chhatri, the Marwaris also built step-wells, temples and Caravan sarai. One can see paintings and brilliant craftsmanship in profusion.
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