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Rajasthan (Shekhawati)

Mandawa

The open-air fresco gallery of the Shekhawati region.

Quick Answer

What is Mandawa known for? Mandawa is the best-known town of the Shekhawati region, where 19th-century merchant families competed to paint the most elaborate havelis. The result is a region sometimes called the world's largest open-air art gallery.

MANDAWA

Highlights

  • Painted havelis of Mandawa town
  • Mandawa Fort
  • Nearby Nawalgarh and Fatehpur havelis
  • Camel-cart rides through the old town

Best Time to Visit

October to March.

Getting There

Usually visited en route between Delhi/Jaipur and Bikaner, roughly 3–4 hours from Jaipur.


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