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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.
Dundlod Attractions
Haveli 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.
Mukandgarh
This town built around a temple square, where one can shop for the local
handicrafts, brass items and textiles
Suraj Pole, Bichla Darwaja, 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
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 'purdah'.
Dundlod Fort
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.
Tourist Excursions from Dundlod
Jhunjhunu - 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.. about Jhunjhunu.
Nawalgarh - 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.
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