Rajasthan Travel Vacation

Tuesday 3 May 2011


Katrathal

“Katra”(a market surrounded on all sides by walls) + “Sthal” (place) Katrathal  is  an  ancient  historical  village  in  Sikar  district  in Rajasthan, India. This  ancient village is believed  to be founded about 5000 years back whereas its existence can easily be traced back to almost 3000 BC –the time of Mahabharata, where it was known  by  the  name  of  Rud's  Nagari.  The  ruins  of  Buddhist temples are found in the village.

Not to Miss :
Katrathal is famous for the “Chillams” the potters make, varying from  ornate  metal/clay  combinations  and  even  pure  metal chillams used for smoking. Enjoy the picturesque locations and the famous Harsh Pahadi when staying at Katrathal.

Stay :
Enjoy  the  farm  stay  and  rejuvenate  yourself  in  the  pristine environment  at  “Jor  ki  Dhani”,  the  welcoming  home  of  Mr.Kansingh Nirwan and family. He is a Baba Ramdev follower and will take dedicated sessions in the clean village air, providing you with the most rejuvenating experience and benefits of Yoga & retreat.

Reach :

Air:
Jaipur is the nearest airport, 140-km away.
Road:
It is situated on Jaipur-Pilani highway
Local Transport:
Jeeps and local buses are available for within the city commutation.
Rail:
The nearest railway station is Sikar-10kms away
Closest City
Nawalgarh-18 kms
Jaipur- 124km
Bikaner-250km
Delhi-325km

Activities: Village walk & sight seen, pottery making, cultural night with local folks, horse riding and rural 
game and all agricultural activities...




Host  Mr. Kan Sing... 

Village 2

Nawalgarh

Referred to the open art gallery, Nawalgarh is renowned for its exquisitely painted havelis. The traders and merchants constructed most of the havelis in the 18th century and the early 19th century. The town is small and is situated in a low lying area where several rivers die out. The silt carried by them was used to prepare some of the finest bricks which was used in building the havelis.

Not to miss
The streets and markets of Nawalgarh are a must walk simply for the magic of bygone era that has still been preserved. Anandilal Poddar Haveli, Hodh Raj Patodia Haveli, Murarka Haveli, Hemraj Kulwal Haveli and Aath Haveli are some of the must visit attractions of the town. Don’t miss any of them even if you feel exhausted for its difficult to find so many of them and all at one place....

Stay

Heritage haveli and near by farms, also can select a range of heritage hotels.

Reach

Air : Jaipur is the nearest airport, 142-km away.
Rail : There is a railway station at Nawalgarh and is well connected to the surrounding areas by train.
Road : Jaipur is 142-kms from Nawalgarh by road.
Local Transport: Jeeps and auto rickshaws are availabe for within the city commutation.

Closest city
Jaipur-145kms
Bikaner-225kms
Delhi-275kms







Village 3

Birodi

“A village sharing tales with its aviation travellers”
Birodi, is a small and beautiful village located near Nawalgarh and enjoys a rich history of 250 years. The village has stretches of fertilefarms and unfertile land covered with sand dunes, and is marked by birodi chotti (small) and birodi badi (big). Every street house captures an anonymous artist’s imagination in form of paintings and murals. It is a community of kabila’s staying together. Birodi’s history can be traced back to the 11th century, famous for its unique pre-medieval temples and monuments. It provides rejuvenating and relaxing getaway from the fast city life
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Not to miss
Imbibe its enviable heritage, immerse yourself in its cultural melange and enjoy the warm hospitality of the village

Stay
Staying with Mr. Manoj Sharma, our host, helps you get a peep into the diversity of rural activities like farming, milking the cows, have fun playing rural games and enjoy the delicious home cooked Indian meal. We are proud to mention that very recently Manoj Sharma and Birodi were captured in JETWINGS (in-flight magazine of Jet Airways) as a “not-to-miss” rural destination.

Reach
Air: Jaipur is the nearest airport, 155 km away.
Rail: Nawalgarh is the nearest railway station, which is 5 km away from Birodi
Road: Located on the Sikar-Jhunjunu highway
Local Transport: Jeep and private taxi can help you commute locally.

Closest City
Jaipur-140km
Sikar-25km



Host Mr. Manoj Sharma



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