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The Murmuria Haveli in Mandawa, Rajasthan – Exemplary Rajasthani Art and Culture

Dec 15

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The Murmuria Haveli in Mandawa Region  is counted amongst some of the most beautiful havelis  of Rajasthan. It was built around 1850 by a wealthy merchant Rajput.

Mumuria Haveli in Mandawa

Mumuria Haveli in Mandawa

Nice example of Rajasthani Art

Its a nice example of Rajasthani art that existed during its golden years.

The haveli is richly decorated with beautiful paintings and portraits.  The paintings of trains, cars, George V, and Venice were executed on the walls of this haveli during the 1930s by Balu Ram, one of the last working artists of the region.

These paintings in the Murmuria Haveli in Mandawa are considered to be one of the most beautiful pictures and it attracts tourists from all over.

Unique Themed Pictures Adorns the Haveli

There are pictures like Lord Krishna with his cows in the English courtyard and a young Nehru on a horseback, holding the national flag.

This haveli uses a unique theme blending the East with the West.  The haveli also features a long frieze depicting a train with a crow flying above the engine and much activity at the railway crossing.

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Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli in Mandawa – Famous for Unique and Exotic Images of Interiors

Dec 7

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The town of Mandawa was founded and inhabited by Shekhawati Rajputs in the 18th century.

Mandawa is situated in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan and is popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan due to magnificent murals and frescoes from mythology, legendary tales and contemporary lifestyle which adorn the havelis of this town.

Mandawa Havelis

Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli in Mandawa

Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli in Mandawa attracts the tourists from all over. Located quite close to the Jhunjhunwala Haveli in the south of town, the Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli is famous for exotic images which are a unique creation.

Most of the images are defaced but still they evoke that vintage charm and ambiance of heritage rajasthan.

Interiors Adorned by the Frescoes

The interiors of the Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli are adorned by the frescoes. From carved wooden gates to latticed windows, this haveli reflect the artistry and craftsmanship of the artisans.

Major Tourist Places in Mandawa

Besides the Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli there are other major tourist places nearby. There are tourist places like the Chowkhani Haveli, Bhagchandika Haveli, and Lakshmi Narayan Ladia Haveli and the Newtia Haveli.

So explore the different tourist attractions of Mandawa and enjoy your Shekhawati tour to Rajasthan.

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Jhunjhunwala Haveli in Mandawa, Shekhawati – Famous For Well Furnished and Lavishly Designed Walls

Nov 26

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Jhunjhunwala Haveli is situated in Mandawa in Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. It attracts tourists from entire world.

The rooms of the haveli are painted in golden color and enriched with the famous wall paintings.

Jhujhunwala Haveli in Mandawa

Jhujhunwala Haveli in Mandawa

It was built in 1859 and from then till today it has treasured the remnants of history in its well furnished and lavishly designed walls.

Lord Krishna can be seen here surrounded with Gopis or milkmaids and the riot of bright colors accentuates the beauty of the frescoes. These image of Krishna are one of the important paintings in the Haveli.

Lavishly Designed Rooms in Haveli

The lavishly designed rooms in the Jhunjhunwala Haveli are decorated with the royal portraits that exude a quaint regal ambiance.

Jhunjhunwala Haveli, Mandawa has a carved wooden gate as its main entrance while the windows are latticed and carved.  The facades, gateways, courtyard walls, parapets and ceilings are covered with frescos that present a stunning sight.  This speaks volumes about the artistry and craftsmanship of the artisans.

Other Places to Visit in Mandawa

Besides these havelis in  Mandawa there are other major tourist places nearby. There are tourist places like the Chowkhani Haveli, Bhagchandika Haveli, Lakshmi Narayan Ladia Haveli,  Thakurji Temple, Raj Well, Tanu Manu Saraf Haveli, Harlalka Chattri etc .

You can explore these splendid tourist attractions of Mandawa while your tour to Rajasthan.

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Chokhani Haveli in Mandawa, Jhunjhunu – Best Maintained Havelis in Shekhawati Region

Nov 24

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Mandawa, established in the 18th century, is a nice town in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan with some of the most excellent havelis and forts.

Havelis in Mandawa

The terrace of Castle Mandawa (Mandawa Fort)  holds a breathtaking view of town and the semi-arid plains beyond. Through the Havelis of the Chokhani, Goenkas and the Saraf are extravagantly painted, one of the oldest frescoes is within the fort itself.

Chokhani Haveli in Mandawa

Chokhani Haveli in Mandawa

The Gulab Rai Haveli has some of the best murals in Shekhawati on both the exterior and interior walls. The Binsidhar Newatia Haveli, next to the State Bank of Bikaner, has interesting paintings of people using 20th century inventions.

Chokhani Haveli in Mandawa

One of the best-maintained havelis in all of  Shekhawati, the Chokhani Haveli in Mandawa, is a huge mansion divided into two parts. One part is occupied; the other lies vacant but is open to visitors.

Covered with Intricate and Beautiful Frescoes

The inside walls, arches, balconies, and jharokhas (windows) of the haveli are covered with intricate and beautiful frescoes. The predominant colors that rule the show are golden, yellow, blue, maroon, green, etc.

Like all havelis, the Chokhani Haveli  opens into a courtyard surrounded by verandahs that lead a bigger courtyard. This courtyard served as the inner quarters, the area where the women stayed and moved about freely.

The bigger second courtyard at Chokhani Haveli in Mandawa was the center of much of the household activities.

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