Mandawa
Founded
in the mid 18th century Manawa skyline today is dominated by an imposing mirage
like fort now a heritage hotel that is maintained in the classic medieval theme
with the modern luxuries. The painted archway is painted with interesting forms
of paintings of Lord Krishna and his cowherds. The sprawling architecture houses
a different theme in different wings.
The spacious rooms are adorned by intricate interior wall paintings and mirror
work with open terrace that offers a panoramic view of the whole town. The women
folks of the Mandawa family who lived in a royal style once used this floor.
The ambiences of those years still linger around the rooms. The Mandawa family
has a unique collection of their preserved paintings and antiques that adorn
the main huge hall in the centre of the castle, originally the durbar hall and
now an exotic lounge.
The ceremonial costumes of the family collection and the precious arms with
handle of jade and beautiful curios brought by the British as a gift for the
nobles are well placed like a showcase of a museum. The hotel is well equipped
with modern facilities in an ethnic set-up. A night stay is an experience in
itself with thematic evenings and oriented and medieval cuisine. The warm hospitality
is touching.
Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli has a depiction of Indra on an elephant and Shiva
on His Nandi Bull. Right across from it is the Goenka Double Haveli with two
gates. The haveli has monumental façade of elephants and horses. Some
of its frescos are in bad shape. Nearby by is also Murmuria Haveli has train
with a crowded level crossing.
It also shows a low flying crow above the train. The haveli also has an imposing
picture of Nehru on a horseback holding the national flag. The Jhunjhunwala
Haveli has impressive gold leaf painted room and charges an admission fee of
Rs 10. The Mohan Lal Saraf Haveli has an impressive picture of a Maharaja stroking
his moustaches. The Binsidhar Newatia Haveli, Lakshminarayan Ladia Haveli, Gulab
Rai Ladia Haveli and Chokhani Double Haveli are some other havelis in the area.
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