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Jhunjhunu - Undiscovered Gem of India

Jhunjhunu, the ancient capital of Shekhawati lies in the quiet and unhurried desert region of north Rajasthan. Named after Rao Shekhaji, the founder of the Shekhawat clan of Rajputs, this region boast some of the most beautiful towns of Rajasthan.This region has been called the' largest open art gallery in the world'. Jhunjhunu is the district head quarters and ancient capital of Shekhawati, could be the most attractive places for the tourist. It has some of the most beautiful buildings, not to be missed by its visitors.

The main places of interest in the town are - Khetri Mahal with its most unusual sophisticated architecture, the Bihariji Temple with its fine murals, Modi & Tibrewala Haveli are covered with wall paintings, the Rani Sati Temple is unique and the ancient source of water Mertani Baori(step well) and the Reservoir Ajit Sagar, are situated in the town along with Kamarudin Shah Dargah (Saint tomb). There are a number of Chhatri and Wells to be visited in the town.

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Into the rough country

Few kilometers off the Kuchaman city, you could feel the roughness of this terrain. Though it is still the tip of the great desert, the roughness could be felt.
You can drive through some tribal villages and then reach the sand dunes.
There are many jeeps available in the local area with 4X4 option ( which is essential). If you can give them couple of hours prior notice, whey will remove the hood of the jeep so that you can travel in an open vehicle. This will give you good opportunity for photography.
A trip usually costs 600 rupees/jeep. The trip takes about 2-3 hrs.
Ideal time is to leave by afternoon to avoid the heat. You can come back by sunset.
Usually the trip covers a drive through salt lake, a temple, an old game sanctuary ( it's nothing there but an old guest house and a waterhole). Locals say that once, there were Lions and Tigers... nothing remains now...
A brief drive through a sand dune... this is a nice spot to watch sunset...