The
princely state of the Jhalas created in 1838 AD, after being separated from
Kota by the British. It is best explored by foot within the city and a horse
safari in the outskirts as Jhalawar boasts of rich natural wealth, with flora
and fauna as active.
Since it is situated at the edge of the Malwa Plateau it has rocky but water
laden verdant landscape unlike much of Rajasthan, with some exquisite pre-historic
cave paintings, massive forts, thick woody forests, exotic wild life variety
and a lush country side which has Red poppy fields, orange laden orchards making
it look fascinating and colourful during winters.
The Bhawani Mandi contributes the major share of the fort,it houses some exquisite
paintings on walls and mirror. The museum has a collection of rare manuscripts
and sculptures and Bhawani Natya Shala is one of the rare theatre in the area
built in the 1920s.
The major outskirts attractions are the Jhalrapatan (city of temples),with a
huge 10th century Surya temple, adorned by one of the best preserved idol of
Surya.
The Sheetaleshura temple is a fine example of Gupta architecture. A little away
is the Chandrabhaga temple with gardens and a 'Bawari' (step well). All in all
it is basically an attraction for the tourist of an individual interest.
Jhalawar City, Rajasthan Minor Destinations
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