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Khandela, an ancient village with roots tracing back to the epic Mahabharata, is nestled in the picturesque Aravalli hills of Rajasthan. Conveniently located near both Delhi and Jaipur, Khandela boasts a rich history under the rule of various Rajput dynasties, the most notable being the Shekhawat clan led by Raja Raisal and his descendants for the past 500 years. As the former capital of the Shekhawati region, Khandela is renowned worldwide for its exquisite traditional architecture, featuring beautifully adorned havelis, vibrant frescoes, and intricate handicrafts. This cultural gem offers a glimpse into India's storied past, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
Castle Khandela, a heritage hotel meticulously restored and renovated by Dr. Raisal Singh, a direct descendant of the Khandela rulers, offers a unique glimpse into royal history. For nearly 500 years, this palace served as the residence of Khandela's rulers. The renovation of Castle Khandela has preserved its original charm while integrating modern amenities to ensure comfort and hospitality. Guests can immerse themselves in the regal ambiance, experiencing the luxury of a bygone era and feeling like true maharajas. Despite its opulent offerings, the hotel caters to various budgetary needs, ensuring an unforgettable and personalized stay. We are dedicated to meeting your every need, making your visit a truly memorable experience.
At Castle Khandela, guests can immerse themselves in the grandeur of the Rajputana era with a stay in one of our 17 elegantly refined rooms, each uniquely designed to offer a distinct princely experience. No two rooms are alike, allowing you to select a space that perfectly matches your personal preferences. The interiors exude simplicity and elegance, meticulously showcasing the finest traditional Indian craftsmanship. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a warm and memorable stay while retaining the historical charm of a bygone era.
Khandela is a very old traditional village where people come from nearby small villages to shop. Here you meet very friendly people dressed in their traditional gear. In the bazaar of Khandela one can see making of bangles( Lakh ki chudiya), Mojri (rajasthani shoes)Indian sweets,& namkin, earthen pots, silver jewellery, chick pick in traditional oven being made.There is a separate Local fruits & vegetables market, cloth market,and spice market.
Gota (decorate laces worn by women) and Kharad (wood work on hand laith machine) are also very famous as handicrafts of Khandela
Join our Camel Cart Safari from Castle Khandela to the historic stepwell farm, a scenic journey of approximately 2 kilometers. Along the way, tourists can delve into Khandela's rich past, visiting ancient temples, the cenotaphs of former maharajas, traditional village life, historic havelis, and the ruins of old castles. This immersive experience offers a unique glimpse into the heritage and culture of the region.
Embark on an exciting Jeep Safari from Castle Khandela to explore nearby villages and experience the authentic traditional lifestyle of the local villagers.
(about 2.5 kms from Castle .)If Guests are interested they can also visit the Brickfield where about 500 people make & fire bricks by hand in the old traditional style of manufacturing clay bricks
the farm is 2 kms from the Castle. Where organic farming is done in the traditional Indian style. The vegetables grown here are served fresh in the Castle. Farming is done trough a stepwell which is 300 years old with beautiful architecture. The stepwells were the age old traditional open wells where a person could descend down the steps till the water level. There were pavilions around the stepwell for taking rest
Farm Dinner & high tea arranged in the stepwell farm where the guest can also experience the cooking in traditional style i.e on the firewood chulha (stove) in the traditional cookware
