Duration: 03 Nights / 04 Days
Destinations: Jaipur - Shakhawati (Mandawa, Nawalgarh, Fatehpur, Laxmangarh)
Shekhawati was ruled by Shekhawat Rajputs. Region is a semi-arid, located in the northeast part of Rajasthan; comprising districts like Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Churu and Nagaur. The towns of the Shekhawati region are known for their fresco painted havelis. This region has also been recognised as the “Open art gallery of Rajasthan”, having the largest attention of frescoes in the world. Most of the buildings of the Shekhawati region were constructed during 18th century to early 20th century. The havelis are noted for their frescoes depicting mythological and historical themes. The frescos include images of gods, goddesses, animals, life history of Lords Rama and Krishna, profusely painted on the havelis in this region, both the exteriors and interiors.
Presently Shekhawati, is the most favourite tourist destination for those visiting India to experience this heritage rich territory. There are many beautiful towns in the Shekhawati region, known for their enchanting painted havelis and they are the major tourist attractions in the area. Here we have listed the top places to visit in Shekhawati, the main points of attraction in the region are Mandawa, Nawalgarh, Fatehpur, Laxmangarh.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the heart of the Shekhawati region – The Open Art Gallery of Rajasthan.
- Enjoy the spick-and-span artwork on the walls of Havelis.
- Learn about traditional Shekhawati culture and it’s architecture.
- Visit other famous towns of Fatehpur, Nawalgarh and Laxmangarh in Shekhawati region.
DETAILED ITINERARY
DAY 01: JAIPUR ARRIVAL
Chauffer will pick you from either airport / railway station, transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Free for your own activities. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
DAY 02: FULL-DAY JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Post breakfast head towards city sightseeing tour of Jaipur, visit the massive Amber Fort, Located on a hill named Cheel Ka Teel, this majestic fort is one of the top attractions in Jaipur. The fort is a blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. The City Palace, most beautiful complex of courtyards, gardens, temples and palaces. Jal Mahal, a five storey palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. Hawa Mahal, made for royal Rajput ladies to observe the markets and daily life. Jantar Mantar, the instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye. The Albert Hall Museum, also known as Central Museum is one of the most visited tourist destination of Jaipur. Laxmi Narayan Temple or Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple devoted to goddess Laxmi and god Vishnu. After visiting all places, will get back to hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.
DAY 03: JAIPUR – MANDAWA – NAWALGARH
After breakfast, proceed to Mandawa ( 3-4 hours), located in Shekhawati, Rajasthan. On arrival at Mandawa, you check-in hotel. Later, visit Mandawa Fort, Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli and Murmuria Haveli etc.
In afternoon head towards Nawalgarh (60-90 minutes), a small town almost at the very centre of the Shekhawati region visit Nawalgarh Fort, Roop Niwas Palace, Anandi Lal Podar Haveli etc.
Return back to Mandwa and stay overnight at hotel.
DAY 04: MANDAWA – FATEHPUR SHEKHAWATI – LAXMANGARH – JAIPUR
After an early breakfast, drive to Fatehpur town of Shekhawati region ( 60 minutes). Fatehpur is well-known for grand havelis with frescos, which is speciality of the Shekhawati region. A number of Bawdis are also centres of attraction here. Explore Nadine Le Prince Haveli, Qureshi Farm, The Jagannath Singhania Haveli, Goenka Haveli and The Dwarkadheesh Temple etc.
Later, proceed towards Laxmangarh ( 60 minutes), Laxmangarh is a popular tourist destination in Rajasthan. It is home to the grand Laxmangarh fort and small mansions with frescos and deities on walls. Laxmangarh fort was built on the hill in 1862 by Laxman Singh, Rao Raja of Sikar.
After visiting the most famous tourist destinations of Shekhawati region. Now It’s time to sign-up the tour and collect all the beautiful places, Haveli architecture and Fresco paintings. Head towards Jaipur. Chauffer will drop you at your respective location in Jaipur.