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RAJASTHAN :: SIKAR CITY GUIDE
   

Sikar General Information

Area 7,732 sq. km.
Altitude 408 meters
Temperature  
Summer 480C-290C
Winter 210C-10C
Clothing  
Summer Light Tropical
Winter Light Woollen
Languages Hindi, Rajasthani
   

Sikar History

Sikar is one of the three district which come under Shekhawati, the land of murals. The region belonged to the Shekhawat thakurs (chieftains), descendents of the enterprising Rao Shekha who founded this principality sometime in the 15th century (see History of Shekhawati for more). After a series of ups and downs, Sikar, the largest thikana (feudatory state) under the Jaipur State, passed on to the hands of the Shekhawat Rajput Daulat Singh in 1687AD. The man laid some good plans for the capital's buildup which were later realized by his son, Sheo Singh. Sheo earnestly started on a building spree in 1724AD and changed the whole face of the town.
This is generally taken to be the foundation day of Sikar, although something of the place existed from much before. Sheo Singh built the palace, the fort and the first town walls. In this he was supported by Sardul Singh, another Shekhawat Rajput who evicted the Mughal nawab (governor) of Jhunjhunu and took his place. After some time, Sheo and Sardul got together and evicted the nawab of Fatehpur, Sardar Khan. A later ruler of Sikar, Devi Singh, further enlarged the town by building the fort of Deogarh (8km southeast of the town) in the 1780s. And Sikar was on its way to glory, eventually becoming one of the most important towns in the Open Air Art Gallery of Rajasthan called Shekhawati.

   

How to reach Sikar ?

Air The nearest Airport is at Jaipur (107 kms).
Rail The district head quarter is directly connected to Jaipur & Delhi. There are three major railway stations viz. Sikar, Ringas & Dabla and 18 other railway stations in the district.
Bus All divisions and tehsil towns are connected to the district headquarter and district headquarter is well connected to Jaipur, Delhi, Bikaner & Jodhpur by Road. The total road length in the district is about 2516 Kms. as on 31 March-2000.
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  SIKAR SIGHT SEEING
Lachhmangarh

Lachhmangarh FortIt is one of the most imposing forts in the Shekhawati region, commanding a bird¿s eye view of the town modelled to resemble the city plan of Jaipur.
Laxmangarh town came into being in the year 1862. it was planned nearly 200 years ago by Rao Raja Laxman Singh of Sikar Thikana under shekawati region of erstwhile Rajputana. The reigning kingdom of jaipur had many thikanas and SHEKAWATI was one of them . The name SHEKAWATI is derived from shekawats a rajput clan of this region who were the ruling class.The jagirdars of these thikanas were called Rao Rajas and Laxman Singh happened to be the Rao Raja of Sikar and founder of laxmangarh.

Rambagh

Founded in the late 18th century by the Poddars, the Shani Temple has delicately painted frescoes. Marvellous cenotaphs of the Poddars have exquisitely painted ceilings. The Ganga Temple and some beautiful havelis add interest to the town.

Khatu Shyamji

Khatu Shyamji TempleThe village is famous for the Shri Shyamji Temple,built in white marble.

Sakambhari

Famous for its 7th century temple dedicated to Sankari Mata, the town is surrounded by hills on three sides. An ideal picnic spot.

 SIKAR FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Khatu Shyamji Fair

Khatu Shaymji FairKhatu Shyamji is famous for its Shyamji Temple. There is a steady stream of devotees visiting the temple round the year, but lakhs of them gather at the annual fair from Phalgun Sudi Dashmi to Dwadashi.
the king had a dream and was inspired to construct a temple and place the head in a religious manner. Till this date his devotees are blessed by just pronouncing his name from the bottom of their heart with true Samarpan. The devotees from all around the world visit this pilgrimage temple at the time of the mela in the Kartik month. Their devotion and belief simply pours from their conscious belief. The temple today is run by trust and the offerings of the devotees is for the Kripa which the god bestows on his devotees.

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