Castle Mandawa

Mandawa lies in the heart of Shekawati region. Shekawati comprises the districts of Sikar and Jhunjhunu and known the world over for its painted Havelis.

At Mandawa, simple pleasures leave a lasting impression, whether it is a quiet breakfast on a terrace offering great views of distant temples and cenotaphs, a leisurely lunch in the mural painted dining room, sundowners sipped in the congenial setting of the veranda bar, or an alfresco dinner under the stare entertained by Rajasthani folk singers and dancers. Every meal becomes an occasion to remember.

Castle Mandawa was build in 1755 by Thakur Nawal singh, a descendant of Rao Shekha, the founder of Shekhawati. A stay at Castle Mandawa makes it convenient to visit other towns of Shekhawati like Chirawa, Jhunjhunu, Nawalgarhm Mukundgarh and Dunklod for their painted havelis. Two imposing gateways lead to the central courtyard where cannons stand as a reminder of the past when they used to repel the enemy. An opportunity to experience local festivities is provided during Holi and Gangaur, two festivals which are held during the month of March Chariot, camel and horse rides can be arranged on request.

The Mandawa Castle Heritage Hotel comprises of a whopping 51 rooms. The remarkable fact about these rooms lies in the fact that each one of them has been uniquely done. The assorted paintings, jade, costumes and antiques will leave a long lasting impression on you. The evenings and the nights are made enchanting by the fire-dances and the candle lit dinners in the courtyard and the terrace of the Mandawa Castle Heritage Hotel. The terrace of the Heritage Hotel offers a spectacular view of distant temples and the cenotaphs. You may even be at the pavilion where the twinkling oil lamps appear as spectacular as the stars in the sky above.

Your experience of the Mandawa Castle Heritage Hotel will leave you yearning for the yester years that were not just royal but even rich and resplendent.

Do not forget to pick up the many special items available in the terrific town. You will be charmed by the colorful art and crafts pieces like the textiles colored using the tie and dye techniques, the artifacts carved in wood and the handicrafts in various metals.