Jhunjhunu

Havelis
Modi Haveli are two havelis opposite each other. The painting also shows some modern trappings with a lady sitting in from of a gramophone. And also some soldiers on horses escort a train. Kaniram Narsinghdas Tibrewal Haveli shows a goods train laden with livestock cross a passenger train. Narudin Farooqi Haveli has only floral motif in Muslim style with dominant blue colour. Mohanlal Ishwardas Haveli admission Rs 10 has legends of Krishna stealing the clothes of gopis. The inevitable train is also there.


Rani Sati Temple
The temple commemorates an act of sati (self immolation at husband pyre) by wife of a merchant in the fifteenth century. The temple has tile and mirror mosaic on the ceiling of the mandapa showing images Rani Sati, wife of Shiva and Durga and Ganesha. Wall painting depict the story of Rani Sati husband being killed by nawab soldier after a tough battle. The paintings also show the act of sati and the chariot carrying the ashes. The temple has been in some controversy as modern society and especially feminist groups decry such acts.

Khetri Mahal
Located behind a series of lanes is Khetri Mahal one of the finest examples of Shekhawati art and architecture. Though desolate and though somewhat neglected the beauty and symmetry of the elegant arches can still be appreciated. Built in 1770 it is believed that Bhopal Sigh the founder of Khetri founded it.









Rajasthan Major Destinations

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