Explore Shekhawati (Mandawa) From Jaipur

On this day trip from Jaipur, visit Mandawa, a quaint little town in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. The drive to Mandawa takes you through desert country. Once you reach Mandawa, you are rewarded by a riot of colors on the frescoes covering the facades of old havelis (mansions) of wealthy traders and merchants. Take your time to explore this open-air museum. Highlights • Fort Mandawa • Castle Khandela • Fresco paintings on the facades of old havelis • Ancient step-well in Khandela