Castle Mandawa
मंडावा कैसल
A Rajput castle built in 1755, now a heritage hotel, whose painted halls and rooftop terrace overlook the entire painted town.
Castle Mandawa was built around 1755 by a local thakur (lord) and guarded the camel trade routes, helping the town grow. In the 1980s it was converted into a heritage hotel, still run by descendants of the royal family. The gateway and courtyard are painted, the reception halls are decorated with mirrors, and the rooms displaying antique weapons and costumes retain their old appearance. The rooftop terrace overlooks the old town and the surrounding sands, and it is especially beautiful at sunset. Non-guests can usually enter the public areas by dining at the restaurant or paying a small fee. The castle sits in the center of the old town, making it a good starting point for a walking tour.
Opening hours
Hotel open all day; non-guest visits arranged through the front desk
Nearby sights
- Sneh Ram Ladia Haveli
- Mandawa Painted Havelis (Old Town)
- Chokhani Double Haveli
- Murmuria Haveli
- Goenka Double Haveli
- Dundlod Fort
- Mahansar
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