Travel & Tourism
Tourism
A cluster of forts, havelis, and baolis best introduce Dundlod, a small village situated in the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. Visiting this village is like visiting an open-air art gallery that has not changed much since the time it was built.
Dundlod fort is a blend of the Rajput & Mughal art and architecture. The Diwan- e- Khas (Hall of Private Audience) has stained glass windows, fine antiques and an impressive library. The zenana quarters on the 1st floor feature exquisite decor and furniture. The fort is converted into a cosy and comfortable hotel with a typical ambience of a royal palace of Rajasthan.
Close to the fort lies the Chhatri of Ram Dutt Goenka. Built in 1888, the dome has floral motifs and is encircled by a frieze showing Krishna dancing with his gopis, interspersed with musicians and peacocks. The paintings around the inner base show war panorama of Mahabharata.
The Bhagirathi Mal Goenka Haveli is a fine example of mirror-work on the windows of the upper walls of the inner courtyard. Notable are delicately preserved paintings, mostly in round frames. Also worth a visit is Satyanarayan Temple built by the Goenka family.
Getting there
Dundlod is well-connected by road, rail and air. A night train from Delhi reaches Dundlod at 6 am daily. One can also return to Delhi in the morning by travelling overnight. Dundlod is a three-hour drive from Jaipur and five hours from Delhi (via Neem ka Thana). Jaipur is the nearest airport, out of which several airlines operate.
Rail: The Dundlod Mukundgarh is the nearest railway station
Road: Jaipur 150 km. and Delhi 253 km.
Air: Jhunjhunu (charter flights) 30 km and Jaipur 150 km (scheduled flights)
Tourists can also enjoy traditional Rajasthani hospitality with families in the village or even put up at the splendid Dundlod Fort to step in to the era of bygone times.