Shekhawati
literally means 'garden of Shekha' and the history of this region
traces back to Rao Shekha (1433 AD-1488 AD). A prosperous trading
town in the 15 th century, Shekhawati was strategically located
on the ancient spice-trading route and thus was in the eyes
of power seekers. The Marwari traders made it their home and
as we study the history of Shekhawati, we come to know more
about the affluence and heritage of the traders and their families
only.
It was the traders who erected numerous beautifully designed
havelis or mansions, which have given the region the title -
'open air art gallery'. Attracting thousands of tourists from
all parts of the world, the havelis stand testimony to the affluence
and opulence of the merchant class people of Shekhawati.
As you make a close look at the havelis, you realize that it
was not only money but also a delicate sense of art and craft
that lie behind them. Decorated with multi-coloured frescoes,
the walls and balconies of the havelis narrate the scenes from
Indian mythology and natural objects. You can notice the change
in painting with the passage of time while the latest paintings
contained images of British rulers and new inventions like trains
and cars.
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to Rajasthan
The Pushkar Fair is organized in the Hindu month of Kartika. It starts on the eighth day (ashtmi) and ends on the full moon day (poornima), as per the lunar calendar.
The Pushkar Fair is organized in the Hindu month of Kartika. It starts on the eighth day (ashtmi) and ends on the full moon day (poornima), as per the lunar calendar.
The Golden Temple, is the most sacred and holiest shrine of Sikhism. The official name of the Temple is “Harmandir Sahib”, or “Darbar Sahib”, which means literally “The Abode of God”.
Travel to Rajasthan gives you a comprehensive guide to have a close look on the nature and lifestyle of the Rajasthani people. Know about those mystique forts and palaces that have seen history to change colors numerous times.
