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| Mukundgarh Introduction |
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 Mukundgarh is a part of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, known for the evidence it bears of its medieval past. It has a popular handicrafts market and popular havelis with stories of Krishna and Sukhdev. The 18th century fort is now a hotel. Worth visiting are the Kanoria and Ganeriwala havelis. This is the town where the finest of Shekhwati's frescoes can be seen. Its havelis still bear witness to the rich and prosperous Marwari era of the 19th century.
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| Mukundgarh Tourist Attractions |
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| § Mukundgarh Fort |
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The fort of Mukundgarh was founded in mid-18th century by Raja Mukund Singh. The fort, built in a traditional style, spreads over two acres of land. It has several courtyards, overhanging balconies, arched windows and the framed frescoes for which the entire Shekawati region is well known. Apart from the fort, the village has many painted hovels. The fort has been recently renovated keeping the traditional look of the palace intact.
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| § Havelis |
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Worth visiting are the Kanoria and Ganeriwala havelis in Mukundgarh. The wall paintings in havelies were largely based on mythological theme, depicting local legengs, animals, hunting and wrestling scenes and a glimpse of everyday life.
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| Weekend Getaways Around Mukundgarh |
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| § Mandawa |
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Mandawa is situated 10 kms south of Mukundgarh. Founded in 18 th century, the medieval fort dominates the town. The Chokhani and Ladia havelis and the street with Saraf Havelis are some of the splendid examples of the regions Havelis. The fort is converted into a Heritage hotel.
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| § Dundlod |
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6 km off Mukundgarh is a tiny village called Dundlod. The village has a good handicrafts market. Most important havelis here are of Jhunjhunwala built in 1859 with paintings from Krishna stories and Sukhdev.
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| § Shekhawati |
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This small village is quite famous for its havelis with murals and wall paintings. This place is also called the living art gallery of the world by many experts. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and one of the most famous tourist destinations in India . There are palaces, forts, museums, and observatories throughout the city.
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