Dundlod |
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Dundlod is a tiny town right in the heart of the Shekhawati
region. It offers an interesting stopover against picturesque
surroundings. Although it has little of tourist interest, the fort here
dates back to 1750 AD, though much of it is more recent. It is owned by
a direct descendent 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, studded with monumental nostalgia of Shekhawats, the warrior Rajputs who withstood the onslaught of Mughal hordes. Since then, the cultural heritage of splendid Rajasthan is preserved as its ethos are imbibed in architectural grandeur of the Dundlod Fort. The silent ripples of the golden sand dunes, which besiege the fort lure and enchant tourists and villagers alike. Click |
Prime Attractions of Dundlod |
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Havelis of the Goenkas The famous Goenka
Haveli is also located here. The magnificent sight of the beautifully
painted havelis is a treat to the eyes. |
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Mukundgarh This town built around a temple
square, where one can shop for the local handicrafts, brass items and
textiles. |
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Suraj Pole, Bichla Darwaza, Uttar Pole As
one enters the imposing Suraj Pole gateway of the fort, one feels that
one has stepped into a bygone era. Then comes the Bichla Darwaza, which
turns into the main courtyard of the fort from the Uttar Pole, to face
the steps leading to the majestic Diwan Khana. |
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The Diwan Khana Built in Mughal
architecture and furnished with 'Louis The XIV furniture', the Diwan
Khana is truly majestic. It has a magnificent library, with a very rich
collection of rare books on Indian History. You can also see the family
portraits, which remind you of the times gone by in history. Above this
lies the Duchatta, from where the ladies watched the court ceremonies in
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The Fort of Dundlod It is an embodiment of
cultural amalgamation of Rajputana and Mughal School of Art and
Architecture. Its motif of flowers and foliage, minarets, mythological
paintings, archaic furniture, wall hangings of arrows and shields have
remained unchanged since hoary past. The family of Dundlod is the
descendant of Kesari Singh, the fifth son of Sardhul Singh. Dundlod
castle was built by him in 1750 AD. |
Excursions from Dundlod |
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The town of Jhunjhunu was founded by Kaimkhani Nawabs in the middle of the 15th century. It has some of the region?s most beautiful buildings. The artistically painted havelis of Muragh Das Modi, and the Khaitans are spellbinding. more.. |
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The town exudes an old world charm and the colourful bazaar has the largest number of painted havelis in Shekhawati. The fort, now a little disfigured, is yet worthy of attention. There are numerous havelis worth seeing. more.. |
Climate - Dundlod |
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Summer 46.4 °C37.6 °C |
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Winter 15.8 °C5.5 °C |
General Information - Dundlod |
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Location About 160-km From Sikar, Rajasthan |
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Best Time October To March. |
Clothing - Dundlod |
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Summer light tropical. |
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Winter warm woollen. |
Shopping - Dundlod |
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Where to Shop One can shop for the local
handicrafts in the nearby bazaars.
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Suggested tour packages of Rajasthan |
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