Location :
About 160-km From Sikar, Rajasthan

Known for
Forts, Havelis and Palaces.

Climate
Extreme hot in summers and extreme cold in winters.

Best time to visit
October To March.

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About Dundlod
A small town, situated in the heart of the Shekhawati region, is Dundlod. It is an interesting stopover against beautiful surroundings. It generates very little tourist interest but the fort here dates back to 1750 AD. It is owned by a direct descendant of Rawal who built the place. The Diwan-I-Khas audience hall is still in very good condition. Kila of Dundlod, the 17th century Rajputana fort, protected the Shekhawats, the warrior Rajputs who withstood the onslaught of Mughal hordes. Thus the cultural heritage of Rajasthan is preserved at the Dundlod fort. The shimmering golden sand dunes, which surround the fort lure and enthrall tourists and villagers.

Getting There

Air : The nearest airports are at Jhunjhunu around 30 km from Dundlod and at Jaipur, around 160 km away.

Rail : Mukundgarh is the nearest railway station and one can take trains for Bikaner and Jaipur from here.

Road : The whole of the Shekhawati region is well connected with a good network of roads.

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Major attractions in Dundlod
Havelis of the Goenkas : The famous Goenka Haveli is also located here. These majestic Havelis, painted beautifully are present a wonderful sight.

Mukundgarh : This town is built around a temple square, where one can shop for the local handicrafts, brass items and textiles.

The Diwan Khana : The majestic Dewan Khana is built in Mughal architecture and furnished with 'Louis The XIV furniture'. It now has a glorious library, with a very rich collection of rare books on Indian History. Have a look on the family portraits, which will remind you of the bygone era. Above this lies the Duchatta, from where the ladies watched the court ceremonies in 'purdah'.

The Fort of Dundlod : The Dundlod fort was built by Sardul Singh in 1750 AD. This fort is an example of cultural blend of Rajputana and Mughal school of art and architecture. The beautiful motif of flowers and foliage, minarets, mythological paintings, archaic furniture, wall hangings of arrows and shields are still the same as they were in the past

Location
120-km From Udaipur, Rajasthan

Known for
Dungarpur is known for gold and silversmiths.

Tourist Attractions
Rajmata Devendra Kunwar State Museum and Dugarpur Museum.

Climate
Tropical

Best time to visit
October-February

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About Dungarpur
Dungarpur is located in the foot hills of the Aravallis and has an interesting topography. This mesmerizing town was founded in 1282 AD by Rawal Veer Singh.- when he took over this part of the state from the Bhil Chieftain, Dungaria. There are two enchanting rivers - the Mahi and the Som that flow through the area. While the former separates the district from Banswara, the latter draws a natural boundary between the district and Udaipur. This area is rich in flora and fauna. It has trees like Teak, Mahua, Mango and Khajur along with a diverse wildlife, consisting animals like Jackal, Jungle Cat, Indian Fox, Hyena, Black Faced Monkey, Porcupine and Common Mongoose. The most seen bird variety includes Partridges, Peafowls, Quails, Cuckoos, Eagles and Vultures. Various migratory birds also visit the area during the winters.

Dungarpur is well known for its different architecture style, which is visible in its palaces and noble residences. The royal residences are marked by 'jharokhas' which are built in stone with a unique style typical of the area was developed during the reign of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 A.D.) The gold and silver smiths of this area well known for gum painted toys and picture framing.

Getting There
Air : The nearest airport is Udaipur (120 km) and Ahmedabad Airport (175 kms ) .

Rail : It is connected to Udaipur and Ahmedabad. The Railway station is 3 kms from the city. Some important train connections are Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur

Road : Dungarpur is well connected by roads to other parts of the state and the country.

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Major attractions in Dungarpur
Baneshwar Fair : The fair is named 'Baneshwar' after the name of the Shivlinga, kept in the Mahadev Temple in Dungarpur. Baneshwar means the 'Master of the Delta' in the local Vagdi language. The fair is held at a small delta formed by the river Som and Mahi, from Magh Shukla Ekadashi to Magh Shukla Purnima, according to Hindu Calendar.

Dungarpur Museum : This museum is newly constructed and named 'Rajmata Devendra Kunwar State Museum and Cultural Centre, Dungarpur'. It was opened to the public in 1988.

Gaib Sagar Lake : This breathtakingly beautiful lake is set amidst the scenic locale of Dungarpur. It is a paradise for bird lovers, with trees lined on the pathway of the lake.

Juna Mahal : Juna Mahal is a 13th century seven storeyed structure that resembles a fortress with crenelated walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors to slow down the enemy. The intricate interiors are decorated with beautiful frescoes, miniature paintings and glass and mirror work. Thus attracting tourist interest.

Udai Bilas palace : Named after Maharawal Udai Singh II, a patron of art and architecture, the palace is an authentic example of the Rajput architecture. The palace is decorated with fascinating pillars and panels, impressive balconies, bracketed windows and extraordinary arches.