The fascinating Shekhawati region is just not another destination in Rajasthan. It is a place that offers exquisitely painted havelis that have given it an objective - The Open Air Art Gallery. In this region, wonderful wall paintings adorn in profusion the buildings constructed by the merchants.

Initially, the region had a blank monochromatic look but with subsequent historical and social developments, it has blossomed into a colorful profusion of art and life.

The Painted Havelis
Havelis in this region reflect a unique architectural style. They are built around the courtyard that ensures safety of the women and protection from the heat. The typical havelis in Shekhawati consisted of two courtyards dedicated to men and women separately.
Places That Adorn The Region

Nawalgarh
Founded in 1737 by Nawal Singh it offer some of the best preserved havelis and finest frescoes in Shekhawati
Worth seeing : Aath havelis (eight havelis) complex, Murarka haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat haveli, Chokhani haveli, Gangamai temple and Podar school, the only haveli in the whole Shekhawati which has been restored by its owner….

Dundlod
A tiny village around 8 km from Nawalgarh, it dates back to 1750. Its fort, now converted into a hotel, reflect the unique architectural style of the ancient past.
Worth seeing : Chhatri of Ram Dutt Goenka and its adjacent well. The havelis of Goenka family are nowadays closed and it is difficult to get the keys.

Mandawa
Founded in the 18th century, it is the town, which has successfully retained its medieval charm through the ages.
Worth seeing : Goenka Haveli, Nand Lal Murmuria Haveli, Chokhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Bansidhar Newatia Haveli.