Mandawa

Traveler’s Facts

About Mandawa: A beautiful small town known for Forts and Havelis
Attraction: The colorful havelis painted with fresco
Should I Visit: Yes, if you are interested in heritage sites & architecture
Location: Shekhawati region, 190 kms northwest of the state capital, Jaipur
Founded by: Bhojraj Ji Kasubsub

About Mandawa

Mandawa is world famous for its heritage Havelis and colorful fresco art. Thousands of tourists came here to see the open art gallery of Rajasthan & lovely Havelis. The proud of Shekhawati is the Mandawa Castle, which was once said to be an important halt in the silk route but now it has paintings on folk and social themes with the European themes finding a clear-cut reflection in the various murals and frescoes. Now Castle Mandawa is converted in a beautiful heritage hotel, so you that can experience the old Rajasthani Haveli charm, by paying a handsome amount. The place is also very famous for horse riding, there so many good treks, the available horse breed is the Marwari horse, the best horses in India.

Heritage of Mandawa

What to See

Fort of Mandawa

The Fort of Mandawa is located in the heart of Mandawa town. It was originally the home of a noble, but now is a heritage hotel that still retains it medieval theme. The rooms at this palace are adorned with paintings showing Krishna in his childhood and youth. Besides these paintings, the walls here have intricate carvings and paintings along with mesmerizing mirror work. Durbar hall, a huge hall in the palace houses a lot of antiques and paintings.

Jhunjhunwala Haveli

Jhunjhunwala Haveli in Mandawa is a must visit during a tour to Rajasthan. Attractions in the haveli include marvelous leaf painted rooms. The haveli is a great place to know the grandeur and luxury of Rajput merchants. Goenka Chattri, Mandawa: Goenka Chattri in Mandawa is one of the most popular havelis in Mandawa. This haveli is very well preserved and furnished. On visiting this haveli, you will get a clear idea about the unique features of Rajasthani architecture. A visit to this haveli will be a thoroughly enriching experience for the tourists.

Goenka Double Haveli

This haveli is also very popular among tourists. The main attraction of this haveli is the portico. The portico is decorated with a number of paintings. The paintings are mainly of horses and elephants. It is a very beautiful haveli in Mandawa.

Castle Mandawa

How to Reach

By Air

Jaipur is the nearest airport i.e. 190kms from Mandawa, It is well connected the major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata etc.

By Rail

Jhunjhunu is the nearest railhead i.e. just 13 kms from Mandawa. It is connected the major cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Bharatpur etc.

By Road

Mandawa roads are in good condition. It is well connected the other cities of Rajasthan. You can choose the Rajasthan state transport or the private Coaches.