ATTRACTIONS & PLACES TO VISIT IN MANDAWA

Mandawa Fort

Built in the 18th century by Thakur Nawal Singh Bahadur as his residence, the fort offers vantage positions for sweeping views of the town. It is famous for its arched gateway adorned with paintings of Lord Krishna and his cows. The interiors showcase beautiful carvings and mirror work on the walls.

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Havelis of Mandawa

Some of Rajasthan’s best-kept secrets, Mandawa’s marvellous havelis (mansions) form a walking trail, earning the town the moniker of an ‘open-air art gallery. Built by prosperous merchants in the 18th to 20th centuries, these mansions were abandoned when the families migrated. They continue to enchant visitors with antique murals, marble fountains, colourfully detailed frescoes and family crests. Key stops on your haveli trail include the Murmuria, Goenka Double and Jhunjhunwala havelis, which depict the finest Shekhawati artistry. The Chokhani and Ladia havelis and the street with Saraf havelis are some of the best in the region, while Binsidhar Newatia Haveli has some unusually modern paintings, including a boy using a telephone and a European woman in a car driven by a chauffeur.

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Castle Mandawa Museum

Set near Gulab Haveli, Castle Mandawa Museum is known for displays local history and artefacts. The setting reflects the character of the destination and offers visitors a chance to explore at an unhurried pace while engaging with local culture and landscape.

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Main Bazaar

The city’s lively, premier market is lined with small shops selling traditional Rajasthani miniature paintings on paper and cloth, colourful bandhani (tie-and-dye) textiles, lacquer bangles, hand-painted wooden chests and cradles, brass and copper utensils, and compact carved wooden furniture.

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Harlalka Well

This 150-year old rustic structure is celebrated for its classic stepwell design, intricate craftsmanship and crystal-clear water. It stands as testament to the ingenuity of Shekhawati’s water management and artistic heritage. Visitors can marvel at its geometric symmetry and meticulous architecture, but be careful because the water is deep and the well has no railings. According to local legend, visiting the site of the well makes wishes come true.

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