Havelis of Nawalgarh's (Shekhawati Region)

Referred to as the Open Art Gallery of Rajasthan due to magnificent murals and frescoes from mythology, legendary tales and contemporary lifestyle adorning the havelis of Nawalgarh, these are a visual treat to the spectator. On the west of the Nawalgarh fort are a group of havelis known as aath havelis (meaning eight). The haveli depicts the life-size paintings of camel, horses and elephants. Krishna legends miniature paintings adorn the walls of Murarka haveli opposite the aath haveli. To the north is the Hem Raj Kulwal haveli which you can enter through an ornate silver door. Other notable havelis are Bhagton ki choti Haveli, Parusrampuria Haveli, Dharni Dhakra Haveli, Chhauchharia Haveli, Hira Lal Sarowgi Haveli and Geevrajka Haveli which are all art galleries in themselves. The interior of these havelis have a vibrant riot of colors just bewitching you with their beauty. Most of these havelis belonged to the affluent merchant class of the region and truly reflect their ostentatious lifestyle.

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