It is also the gateway to the great Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, where the vast Thar Desert begins.The planned city was laid out according to Vastu in a grid pattern in four sections located in the wall. For the protection of the city, bastions were built at all four corners. Gaj Kesari Haveli is the residence of Judge Ram Awtar Soni and family. This Haveli is widely known for its 1500 wall fre
scoes and corridors. The monumental Haveli was built in 1899 in all its grandeur and beauty with various architectural styles like Rajput, Shekhawati, Persian, and European Neo Classical. With 24 carat gold fitting, brocades, mirror work, 3d paintings, hand-painted frescoes, stucco, crystal chandeliers, antiques and priceless artifacts this is a monumental palace with an immense wow factor. Many famous celebrities such as Edwina Mountbatten and H.H. Maharaja Sri Sadul Singh of Bikaner have visited the palace. Meticulous care has been taken while renovating this Haveli to restore it back to its original glory. The rooms still have an old world ambience reflecting the character and lifestyle of their original inhabitants. They have been decorated and furnished traditionally, taking care of all basic comforts.
