Mukundgarh city

Mukundgarh is a city and a region in Jhunjhunu area in the Indian territory of Rajasthan. It is a piece of Shekhawati district. It lies a couple of kilometers from Nawalgarh. In Jhunjhunu district of the Shekhwatri Region of Rajasthan is located the Mukundgarh Fort historical and architectural significance. The fort, now a heritage hotel, is ideal for those looking a short escape from the bustle and chaos of the city life into a quiet and serene place. A visit here is sure to take you backwards in time when the world moved at a laid-back place.

Mukundgarh Fort is an 18th century structure which was named after Raja Mukund Singh. The courtyards and balconies of the fort look like hanging on the air as they are designed in such a tasteful manner. If the arches on the windows and corridors exhibit the unique architecture of the erstwhile tie, then the styles of the fort are a true testimony to the opulent lifestyles led by the kings in those days.

At present time, the Mukundgarh Fort serves as a heritage hotel and invites guests from across the world and delights them with unrivalled hospitality. The magnificently decorated hotel brings the best of facilities and amenities and pamper the guests as if they are royalty. With multi-cuisine restaurant, a blue swimming pool and shopping plazas – guests can expect a truly wonderful stay at this heritage hotel and experience opulence.

Attractions of Mukundgarh

Fort of Mukundgarh
The small village of Mukundgarh is small in size but has seen the coming in of various dynasties and bears evidences for all of them. The visitors therefore can expect to get a lot during their visit to this village. The true culture of Shekhawati region is reflected from the monuments located at this place. The major sightseeing places at Mukundgarh are Open air art gallery and Jhunjhunwala Haveli.

Open Air Art Gallery
This gallery is famous for its painted havelis that display excellent work by the artisans of those times. This gallery has a plethora of pieces of art displaying the trends of the times from 1750 AD to 1930 AD.

Excursions

Jhujhunu
The city of Jhujhunu is the largest city in the Shekhawati region. This area was found by Kaimkhani nawabs in 15th century. Later in 1730 AD, Rajput king Sardul Singh took over this city. The main attractions of this city are Khetri Mahal, the Bihariji Temple, the Modi Haveli, and the Kaniram Narsinghdas Tiberwala Haveli.

Sikar
Sikar was founded in the late 17th century and was the largest feudal state of Jaipur. The fort and temples of Gopinath, Raghunath and Madan Mohan with admirable frescoes are worth paying a visit. The jubilee Hall, Madho Niwas Kothi, Biwani Havelli, Sodhani Haveli, the Jain temple and a large market are other places of interest for the travelers here.

Dundlod
Dundlod that has several havelis is more famous for its fort and palace. These havelis of this region include Jathia Haveli, and Tuganram Goenka Haveli. Another famous attraction of this place is Satyanarayan Temple.

Ramgarh
The Poddars established this place in the late 18th century. Apart from the havelis of the region, there are beautiful chhattris with painted entrances near Ramgarh bus stand and the temples of Shani and Ganga are places often visited by the devotees and holidaymakers.

How To Reach
By Air : Jaipur (167km) is the closest airport from Mukundgarh.
By Rail : Jaipur offers the nearest railway station from Mukundgarh.
By Road : Mukundgarh can be easily reached by roadways as it is well connected to all the major cities.