Location of Bhawani Natya Shala, History & Architecture of Bhawani Natya Shala. Location: This unique Theatre and an Architectural Marvel is located near Jhalawar Fort in Jhalawar City, District Jhalawar, Rajasthan. History & Architecture: It was built in 1921 A.D. by Maharaja Bhawani Singh for the performance of plays and cultural programs. It was a popular Parsi theatre in the State times and has been recently renovated. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that its […]
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Location of Buddhist Caves and Stupas, History of Buddhist Caves and Stupas, Architecture of Buddhist Caves and Stupas. Location of Buddhist Caves and Stupas: The only rock-cut Caves in the State of Rajasthan are located at a distance of 90 Km from Jhalawar City on the top of a hill to the Southwest of Village Kolvi, District Jhalawar, Rajasthan. History of Buddhist Caves & Stupas: These ancient Buddhist Caves, believed to date back to the […]
Location of Aath Khambh Chhatri, History & Architecture of Aath Khambh Chhatri. Location: This eight pillared Chhatri or Dome is located to the West of the vegetable market in Churu City, District Churu, Rajasthan. History & Architecture: It was built in the year 1776 A.D. on the site of Rajput’s cremation ground. Its base has been virtually buried by wind-blown sand. Its interior is covered with murals with one mural depicting an early European mercenary […]
Location, History & Attractions of Sethani Ka Johara. Location: It is a beautiful reservoir which is located about 3 Km West of Ratangarh Road in District Churu, Rajasthan. History & Attractions: It was built in 1899 A.D. by the widow of a merchant named Bhagwan Das Bagla as part of a famine relief project during the terrible ‘Chhappan Akaal’. Its water attracts birds and mammals like Blue Bull. Sethani Ka Johara
Location of Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli, History of Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli, Architecture of Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli. Location of the Haveli: This Haveli is located just South of main bazaar in Churu City, District Churu, Rajasthan. History & Architecture of the Haveli: It was built in around 1880 A.D. It is considered as the most beautifully decorated Haveli in the entire Shekhawati region. Its walls are adorned with beautiful paintings depicting Dhola and Maru (the legendary lovers) […]
Location of Kothari and Surana Havelis, History of Kothari and Surana Havelis, Architecture of Kothari & Surana Havelis. Location of Kothari & Surana Havelis: It is a group of two beautifully painted Havelis, located in Churu City, District Churu, Rajasthan. History & Architecture of Kothari & Surana Havelis: These were built by two Oswal Jain merchant families – the Kothari family and the Surana family. The Malji’s Haveli also known as ‘Malji Ka Kamra’ was […]
Location of Devi Kund, History of Devi Kund, Architecture of Devi Kund. Location of Devi Kund: This is the royal crematorium of the rulers of the erstwhile Bikaner State, located on the banks of a water reservoir 8 Km East of Bikaner City, District Bikaner, Rajasthan. History & Architecture of Devi Kund: This Architectural Marvel is famous for the Rajputana style of architecture. It has a number of royal cenotaphs or chhatries built in the […]
Location of Rampuria Group Havelies, Architecture of Rampuria Group Havelies. Location: This group of Havelies is the most famous in Bikaner City, District Bikaner, Rajasthan. Architecture: These Havelies are many in number, are located adjacent to each other and thus create great impression like the famous Patwa Havelies of Jaisalmer. The two Havelies which were built by Vishwakarma clan are externally similar in design, but the interior scheme of decoration is completely different. All the […]
Location of Haveli of Bhairondan Kothari, Architecture of the Haveli. Location: This haveli is located in the heart of Bikaner City, District Bikaner, Rajasthan. Architecture: Its architecture is influenced by European style. Externally it is not so attractive, but once inside one gets captivated by its charm. It is a sight to behold and admire. The visitors who travel for the real history and beauty, must definitely visit this place. Its interiors are adorned with […]
Location of Daga Chowk Havelies, Architecture of Daga Chowk Havelies. Location: This is a group of Havelies at Daga Chowk in Bikaner City, District Bikaner, Rajasthan. Architecture: These havelies are ornamented with carvings of rose, lotus and other flowers which look more beautiful, fresh and charming than the real flowers. The latticed stone windows also bear artistic and exquisite carvings. The Daga Families had a great liking for the drawing rooms and considered drawing rooms, […]
Location of Rikhji Bagri Ki Haveli, Architecture of the Haveli. Location of the Haveli: This small but beautiful and artistic Haveli is located near Mohta Chowk in Bikaner City, District Bikaner, Rajasthan. Architecture of the Haveli: It has very beautiful carvings of peacocks, elephants, flowers and pots on the front side. Its carvings show the minutest details in a most delicate manner. Its arched entrances and wonderful latticed stone windows have beautiful flowers embossed on […]
Location & History of Ganga Bai Ki Chhatri. Location: This cenotaph is located at a distance of 46 Km Southwest of Bhilwara City in town Gangapur which is the headquarter of Tehsil Sahada, District Bhilwara, Rajasthan. History: It was built in the memory of Shrimati Gangabai, the widow of Shri Gopal Ram, who had committed sati (self immolation) in 1387 A.D. According to historical evidence, an ancient name of Gangapur was Lalpura. Gangapur is named […]