Popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan, Shekhawati is an
invaluable contribution of the Marwari traders of Rajasthan. This
semi-desert region is known for its colourfully painted havelis
(mansions) that are commendable pieces of the great artistic tradition
of Shekhawati. The name Shekhawati literally translates into 'the land
of Shekha's clan'-a name derived from Rao Shekha of the 15th century and
a scion of Kachhwaha family of Jaipur. The region extends over two
districts of Rajasthan, namely, Jhunjhunu and Sikar. Most of the havelis
were constructed between AD 1750 and 1930 by the Marwaris, but
successive droughts forced many of these families to leave the state.
For a long period, these havelis remained in sheer neglect and started
crumbling when one or two wealthy Marwaris took the initiative in
restoring them. The money flowed in the next few decades and the entire
region attained great tourist value.
The region of Shekhawati is the artistically the richest area of
Rajasthan. Creating beautiful images using vibrant colors is not a hobby
or professional practice, but a way of life and there are no better
examples than the havelis of Shekhawati region. Mandawa is a small town
founded in the 18th century by the wealthy Marwari businessmen. On the
other hand, Nawalgarh, not far away, is known for some of its curious
images painted on the walls of havelis.
Mandwa and Nawalgarh may have more rich tradition of frescoes, but not
less are many other lesser-known places in the region. Jhunjhunu and
Sikar are the district headquarters known for their palaces and havelis.
Dundlot is a beautiful place known for its fort and palaces. Fatehpur
was founded by the Muslim nawabs, but Rajputs latter took over the place
and developed it as their taste.
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Popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan, Shekhawati is
an invaluable contribution of the Marwari traders of Rajasthan. This
semi-desert region is
known for its colourfully painted havelis (mansions) that are
commendable pieces of the great artistic tradition of Shekhawati. The
name Shekhawati literally translates into 'the land of Shekha's clan'-a
name derived from Rao Shekha of the 15th century and a scion of
Kachhwaha family of Jaipur. The region extends over two districts of
Rajasthan, namely, Jhunjhunu and Sikar. Most of the havelis were
constructed between AD 1750 and 1930 by the Marwaris, but successive
droughts forced many of these families to leave the state. For a long
period, these havelis remained in sheer neglect and started crumbling
when one or two wealthy Marwaris took the initiative in restoring them.
The money flowed in the next few decades and the entire region attained
great tourist value.
The architectural style of the havelis or mansions here evolved
mostly around the courtyard. This was done to ensure safety and privacy
of the womenfolk from the extreme summers of the region. Most of the
havelis are painted in many colours like indigo, yellow, green, maroon,
and blue and beautiful wall paintings adorn the walls.
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