CASTLE MANDAWA, MANDAWA

HomeRoyal Retreats Castle Mandawa

Best Time to Visit: September - March

Travelers descend on the picturesque town of Mandawa to feast their eyes on the legendary Rajasthani frescoes in all their expanse and colour. And perhaps the best place to discover the legacy of Shekhawati is from the regal comfort of Castle Mandawa, a fortress, now converted into a luxurious heritage hotel of Mandawa, Rajasthan.

Like many historic homes, Castle Mandawa is a curious mix of the old and the new. Medieval turreted towers and palanquin-roofed balconies blend easily with modern comforts in old-world rooms of the hotel Castle Mandawa. Family portraits, antique cannons and arms add to the charm of this family-run resort where tradition runs extremely strong. Even time is measured by a different clock -- a huge brass gong is struck by the resident timekeepers at the fort every hour. Castle Mandawa must be explored at an easy and relaxed pace. One can spend a leisurely hour over a drink in the colonial verandah that accommodates the bar or relax in the cosy comfort of the Diwankhana, the formal drawing room of the castle decorated with family portraits and an array of antique armour.

By Air: Jaipur is well connected to all major cities in India by air. Its airport is located near Sanganer town, 13 kms from Jaipur. The airport has been granted the status of an international airport and connects to the foreign cities like Sharjah and Muscat too.

By Road: Jaipur is well connected by road to major cities in India. Deluxe coaches operated by RTDC, ITDC and others run from Delhi, Agra, Udaipur and Jodhpur. Taxi service is available from all destinations at negotiable prices.

By Rail: The railway station is in the heart of the city. Indian Railways connects Jaipur station with all other cities of India.

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