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They are in North West Rajasthan; Jaipur is 185 Km and Bikaner 230 Km from Shekhavati region.
Shekhawati’s magnificent havelis or mansions, built by rich
merchants of the region, display a unique architectural style that
evolved around the courtyards to ensure safety and privacy of
the women folk and protection from the heat of the long and
harsh summers.
The havelis, painted predominantly in the blue, maroon, yellows, green and indigo have beautiful wall paintings that adorn their walls.
The earlier wall paintings (1830 A.D. -1900 A.D.) were largely
based on the mythological themes, depicting local legends,
animals, portraits, hunting and wrestling scenes and a glimpse of everyday life.
The highlight of the havelis is the frescoes that are seen almost
everywhere - on the facades, gateways, courtyard walls,
parapets and ceilings.
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