Shekhawati has more than 50 forts and Palaces built by Shekhawat Rajas. Shekhawats were brave Rajputs; they established many Thikanas, towns and villages in Shekhawati and built many Forts, Castles, palaces and Havelis.
The earlier wall paintings (1830 A.D –1900 A.D) were largely based on the mythological themes, depicting local legends, animals, portraits, hunting and wrestling scenes and a glimpse of everyday life.Trains, cars , balloons , telephones , gramophones , English men in hunting attries and portraits of the havelli owners primely dressed , were painted all over the walls – thus making the havelis interesting for both Indian and Foreign travellers.
SIKAR
Founded in late 17th century, Sikar was the largest ‘thikana’ (Feudal state) under Jaipur. The fort and temples of Gopinath, Raghunat and Madan Mohan with commendable frescoes are worth visiting. The jubilee Hall, Madho Niwas Kothi, Biwani Haveli, Sodhani Haveli, the Jain Temple and a large market are other places of interest.
JHUNJHUNU
The capital of Shekhawati, it is one of the largest towns of the districts. The most interesting monument is the Khatri Mahal (The Wind palace) dating back to around 1760 A.D with elegant lines .The Shri Biharji Mahal is noted for its lovely murals . Other places worth visiting include – BadalGarh, Jorawargarh, Mertani Baori, Kamruddin Shah ki Dargah , Birdichand ka Kuan , Ajit Sagar and a Jain temple
How to reach
By Air - The nearest airport from the region is in Jaipur, the state capital.
Ry Rail - The major Railway Stations nearby are Jaipur and Bikaner.
By Road - The best way to access Shekhawati by road is from Jaipur or from Bikaner.
- Sikar –Delhi – 299 Km via Jhunjhunu
- Sikar-Jaipur – 114 Km
- Sikar-Jhunjhunu – 70 Km
- Jhunjhunu-Delhi- 231 Km via Singhana, Narnaul, Dharuhera
- Jhunjhunu-Jaipur - 182 Km
- Jhunjhunu-Bikaner - 230 Km
- Jhunjhunu-Churu – 52 Km
- Sikar – Ladnu – 90 Km.