Mandawa is a beautiful city in the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. A travel to Mandawa would take you to the fairytale city where forts, palaces, castles and havelis have exquisite paintings on them.

The city is located 190kms off Jaipur. It is not long since Mandawa has come up in the tourist map of India. But the place has gained tremendous popularity as because of its rich cultural heritage. Huge numbers of people today travel to Mandawa to see the paintings, which have earned the city the reputation of "Open Air Art Gallery".

Mandawa was founded in the mid 18th century. As it was an important halt on the famous Silk Route to China, the rich merchants built their 'havelis' here. The lavish buildings were adorned with beautiful paintings on religious, historical, folk and social themes.

The impressive Castle Mandawa would greet you as you travel to Mandawa. The towering castle dominates the skyline of Mandawa. From the imposing ramparts, you would get a spectacular view of the town. Made of white marble, reds and blues, each room is uniquely decorated with antique furniture, old frescoes. The castle has now been converted to a hotel. Treasure your travel to Mandawa staying at Castle Mandawa.

Also visit Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Goenka Double Haveli and Jhunjhunwala Haveli in your travel to Mandawa. The havelis have some of the most beautiful frescoes in Mandawa.


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