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| JHUNJHUNU
SIGHT SEEING |
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| Mertaniji
Ki Baori |
 The
Mertaniji ki Baori is the oldest and finest of
Jhunjhunu's step wells. It was built by Sardul's
widow in 1783. Step wells are real architectural
feats in the desert state of Rajasthan and building
them was considered a great act of generosity
and benevolence. They served as community centres,
where people gathered to help themselves to the
most precious commodity – water. The Mertani
Baori is a beautiful structure with flights of
steps descending through arches. |
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| The
Khetri Mahal |
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perhaps the finest architectural heritage of Jhunjhunu
is the Khetri Mahal, also known as the Wind Palace.
It was built by Bhopal Singh, founder of Khetri
and grandson of Sardul Singh, in 1770. Wherever
possible, marble pillars take the place of walls,
allowing the maximum flow of air through the building.
A ramp ascends through the Mahal from the entrance
right up to the terrace, so that the Rajputs could
ride up on their horses. Inside are lovely halls
with graceful arches and pillars. The Khetri Mahal
was so beautiful a monument that Sawai Pratap
Singh of Jaipur got inspired by it and built the
grand Hawa Mahal in 1799.
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| Bihari
Ji Temple |
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It is a temple in Jhunjhunu, which is immensely
popular for its antique paintings. Sri Biharji
Temple is from a similar period and contains some
fine murals, although these too have suffered
over the years.
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| Shri
Ranisatiji Mandir |
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Located in Jhunjhunu, it is one of the exemplary
temples in India. It is one of the ancient pilgrimages
in the country which is a historic, unprecedented
masterpiece affording a panoramic view. |
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| The
Modi and Tiberwala Havelis |
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Both in the main bazaar, these are covered with
murals, and the latter one is particularly interesting.
The town also has a number of 'chhatris' and wells.
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| The
Sati Chowk |
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A magnificent portrayal of the highest is situated
in the Pradhan Mand with the imposing Shikhar.
The entire edifice in white marble is enchanting.
The main Temple of Shri Rani Satiji houses the
main sanctum sanctoram. Qamruddin Shah ki Darghah,
Mertani Baori, Laxminath Temple, Khetan Haveli,
Ishwardas Mohandas Haveli, Badal Garh, Birdhi
Chand Well and Ajeet Sagar are some of the places
worth visiting. It is also famous for colourful
wall paintings.
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| Kamruddin
Shah’s Dargah |
| Kamruddin
Shah’s dargah (shrine) is a complex at the
foot of the Kana Pahar hill. A ramp leads to the
imposing gateway, and the views from the rooftop
are really good. This dargah is the tomb of Kamruddin,
a Muslim saint (born 1784). It was built in the
mid-19th century and also houses a mosque, a mehfilkhana
(concert hall) and a madrassa (Koran school).
Traces of murals of floral motifs are seen around
the courtyard. There's also a little pyramid like
structure within the complex erected for Major
Forster's infant son who died in 1841. |
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