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Rungtas Haveli in Bagar, Rajasthan – A Small Town Located in Shekhawati Region

Dec 25

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Bagar is a small town situated in the Shekhawati region at 14 Km from Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. It was founded in the middle of 15th century by the Nagar Pathans Bagar.

Piramal Makharia Havali in Bagar

Piramal Makharia Havali in Bagar

In Bagar, some of the most prominent families are Marwari including the Piramals, Rungtas, and Maheshwaris who have all contributed significantly to the education and development of the town.

Famous Havelis of  Bagar

Bagar is also well known for the havelis of Rungtas and Piramal Makharia Havali which has been known as famous heritage hotel in shekhawati.

Rungtas Haveli in Bagar

The fresco on the walls of the Rungtas Haveli in Bagar show thematic transition of the fresco art as a result of the socio historical changes that marked the historical Rajasthani Art. This haveli  opens into a courtyard surrounded by corridors that leads to another larger courtyard which is surrounded by verandahs that lead to rooms.

Other Places of Interest in Bagar
Bagar is the only painted town of Shekhawati region where one can stay in a Marwari style. A large white gate (built in 1928 in honour Maharaja of Jaipur’s visit), Fatehsagar water tank (a large reservoir built by the Ojha family), and Miya Saheb ki Durgah are also worth visiting.

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Kanoria Haveli in Mukandgarh, Rajasthan – Beautiful Painted Frescoes and Miniature Paintings Adorn the Haveli

Dec 8

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Very close to Dundlod in Shekhawati and around 25 kms in the southeast direction of Mandawa, the town of Mukundgarh is located. This town is built around a temple square, outside the sloping fort walls.

Mukundgarh Attractions

In Mukundgarh you can shop for local handicraft in a charming white-colonnaded market.  Besides textiles, it’s renowned brass and iron scissors are Mukundgarh highlights.

Miniatures Paintings

The Kanoria and Generiwala Havelis deserves a visit.  Also worth a visit is Mukundgarh Fort which now serves as a heritage hotel. Other tourist places of interest are Shiv Temple, Gopinath temple and Venugopal temple.

Kanoria Haveli in Mukandgarh

Kanoria Haveli  is a rich home of paintings. The exquisitely beautiful miniature paintings adorn the walls of the Kanoria Haveli. From beautifully painted frescoes of Hindu mythological characters to the exquisite Rajput art, the Haveli seems to be a treasure trove for art lovers.

The spacious and lavishly designed halls, sprawling courtyards are the major features of this Haveli.

From floral swirls, motifs the intricate artwork, the Kanoria Haveli,  is truly one of the ideal place know the details of Rajput art and architecture.

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The Piramal Haveli – Grandest Mansions in Shekhawati, Rajasthan

Nov 10

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Shekhawati, meaning the garden of Shekha, derives its name from Rao Shekha, its former ruler. Situated in the Delhi-Bikaner-Jaipur triangle, Shekhawati is a semi desert region in north Rajasthan.

Amazing Havelis Richly Painted and Decorated

The Piramal Haveli

The Piramal Haveli

Known as the “Open art gallery of Rajasthan”, this region is mainly famous for its amazing havelis richly painted and decorated built by the early Marwaris.

From painted murals to carvings to mirror work, these havelis have their walls and ceilings adorned with numerous forms of fine art.

The fresco of the some havelis even depict mythological themes as well as images of huge animals.

The Piramal Haveli

The Piramal Haveli in Baggar village, is one of the grandest mansions in Shekhawati. Constructed in 1928, by Seth Piramal Chaturbhuj Makharia, as his family home, it was later converted into a heritage hotel.

The Hotel Piramal Haveli has extensive lawns and courtyards with large pillars. The walls of the courtyard are decorated with frescoes of mythological figures in traditional Rajasthani style.

The region of Shekhawati where Piramal Haveli is situated was made into an independent kingdom in the year 1471 and later on annexed with the Jhunjhunu city.

Other Tourist Places in  Shekhawati Region
On a visit of Shekhawati you can troop to Sardar Shahar, Lachhmangarh Fort, Chirawa, Surajgarh, Jeen Mata Temple, Bissau, Mehansar, Pilani, Rambagh, Malsisar, Mandawa, Mukundgarh, Dundlod, Kajara, Alsisar, Harsh Nath Temple,Tal Chhapar, Nawalgarh, Churu, Salasar Balaji, Ratangarh, Dudhwa Khara, among other top notch tourist destinations.

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Nathmalji Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer – Offers Rich Architectural Imagination and Miniature Art

Nov 9

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Nathmalji Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer is one of the splendors among the other havelis in Jaisalmer. It was commissioned to serve as the residence of Diwan Mohata Nathmal, the Prime Minister of Jaisalmer in 19th century.

Nathmalji Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer

Nathmalji Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer

Haveli’s Attractions

Harmonious Symphony in Stone

Looking at this haveli you would be amazed to find how to brothers Lallu & Hathi working on the haveli from different ends could arrive at such harmonious symphony in stone.

One working on the right side and the other on the left. Though the motif used by one is not similar to the other, yet they are in harmony. One has to look closely to spot any dissimilarities. The boundary however, has been dissolved by a common facade at the front.

Guarding the Haveli

Barring that, this haveli is still considered the best in Jaisalmer in terms of grandeur. There are other minute details worth appreciation. For example there are two Elephants made of yellow stone.

These life-size replicas have been put in front of the main entrance so that it looks as if they are guarding the Haveli. Other than these, there are pictures engraved on pillars and walls.

These consist of Horses, Cattle, and depiction of Flora among other things. The most interesting aspect of this haveli is the drawing of modern amenities such as cars, fans etc.

Nathmalji-ki-Haveli draws several tourists from far and wide who are absolutely awed by the marvelous creation of the grand edifice of the structure. If you want to witness  the continuity in Rajasthani architecture you should visit Nathmalji ki Haveli.

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Patwon ki Haveli, Jaisalmer – Cluster of Seven Small Havelis Adorned with Intricately Latticed Work

Nov 8

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Going through several havelis in Jaisalmer is certainly a absolute treat.

If in the earlier part of Rajasthan history, Rajput architecture dominated the scene. A little later came in the Islamic influence which resulted in a fantastic fusion of the two. This era saw the construction of most of the havelis which served as the residence of rich traders.

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Patwon ki Haveli

The most famous among these is Patwon ki Haveli that pioneered the trend. This Haveli was the first to be made in Jaisalmer and that’s why it carries immense significance.

Cluster of Seven Small Havelis

The Patwon ki Haveli is a cluster of seven small havelis adorned with intricately latticed work. The biggest and the most grandiose haveli, this one was constructed in 1805 A.D by Guman Chand Patwa, a rich trader who set the trend.

He could afford and thus ordered the construction of separate stories for each of his 5 sons. These were completed in the span of 50 years. All five houses were constructed in the first 60 years of the 19th century.

Mega Structure Features

This mega structure features five suites and a number of balconies projecting from different storeys. Its intricately carved facade with pillars and balconies is one picture worth capturing. It is an open air museum and has preserved for centuries the heritage of the rich merchant class and the architecture of Rajasthan.

Now the haveli has been taken over by the government. A tour through the haveli will lend an interesting insight in to the lifestyle of the rich traders.

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