Painted Haveli Towns of Shekhawati
In September 2026, the “Painted Haveli Towns of Shekhawati” have been included in UNESCO’s Tentative List of World Heritage Sites.
- The serial nomination covers Alsisar, Bissau, Chirawa, Churu, Dundlod, Fatehpur, Jhunjhunu, Khetri, Lakshmangarh, Mandawa, Mahansar, Nawalgarh, Ramgarh and Sikar, spread across Jhunjhunu, Churu and Sikar districts of Rajasthan.
About Shekhawati Havelis
- Origin: Shekhawati derives its name from Rao Shekha, a 15th-century Rajput chieftain.
- Trade Linkages: Its location along historic caravan routes connecting northern India with ports on the Arabian Sea enabled the growth of prosperous merchant communities.
- Architectural Heritage:
- Havelis feature ornate gateways, carved balconies, decorative façades, enclosed courtyards and intricate architectural elements.
- Fresco Tradition: ....
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