DUNDLOD
FORT
INTRODUCTION
The small village of Dundlod is dotted with forts, havelis,
and temples, which make it a historically significant place.
Situated in Rajasthan, the Dundlod Fort is the most important
monument of the village. The Rajputana and Mughal forms of
architecture and cultural styles are beautifully embodied
in the Dundlod Fort which stands proudly in the Shekhawati
region of Rajasthan. Built in the year 1750 by Kesari Singh,
the towering minarets, beautiful paintings, antiquated furniture
and traditional items remind one of the bygone days. Time
has failed to make an effect on the brilliance and splendor
of this charming palace, which is blessed with suitable climate
and perfect environs. The fort has now been converted into
a heritage hotel designed to perfection for a comfortable
and relaxing stay.
LEGEND
Legend goes that the small town of Dundlod had an enlightened
Thakur, who modernised his rugged fort. It houses a well-stocked
library and portraits done in European style. Converted into
a hotel, it offers the tourists the hospitality befitting
small time royals. This quaint is in the heart of the Shekhawati
region.
DESCRIPTION
Services and Amenities the Dundlod Fort is one of the best
heritage hotels in the state of Rajasthan providing world
class accommodation, dining and recreation facilities to the
guests. Necessary changes were made to the fort to make it
suitable to its geographical location. The fort has 45 well
appointed and well furnished rooms. Each room has been specially
designed to cater to the needs of the guests. The rooms decorated
in traditional Rajasthani style are provided with facilities
that include attached bathrooms running hot and cold water,
laundry and room service, telephone and color television.
Other facilities provided include safe deposit lockers, inner
courtyard with sit-out arrangements, doctor on call, travel
assistance and major credit cards are accepted. The hotel
can make special arrangements to provide the guests with horse
and camel safaris and local sightseeing tours to explore the
rich cultural heritage of the place. Folk song and dance programmes
are organised at the palace by the local villagers regularly.
Food and Beverage the roof-top restaurant at the Dundlod
Fort is an absolute foodie's delight. Enjoy traditional
Rajasthani food or make a choice from among other delicacies.
Offer a treat to your taste buds in a romantic candle light
dinner under the moonlit sky. The bar is decorated with
fine paintings and traditional objects that add to the pleasure
of sipping on some of the choicest drinks. The coffee shop,
which remains open 24 hours a day, provides a place where
the guests can relax and enjoy the ambience of the place.
HOW TO REACH
Air- The nearest airport for chartered flights
is Jhunjhunu around 30 km from Dundlod. For regular flights
one will have to reach Jaipur, around 160 km away. Jaipur
is connected through all the major domestic airlines with
other major cities of the country.
Rail- Mukundgarh is the nearest railway
station and one can take trains for Bikaner and Jaipur from
here.
Road- The whole of the Shekhawati region
is well connected with a good network of roads and both
private and government buses have reasonable services in
the region. Dundlod can be reached by road from Delhi 250
km away, Jaipur 160 km away, and Bikaner 230 km away.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
October to February
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