CASTLE PACHAR, SHEKHAWATI

The history of the house of Pachar goes back to the Surya dynasty's 67 decency when RAJA KUSHA was born. He was the younger son of Lord Rama. Of the same dynasty THAKUR BHIM SINGH JI was awarded the Jageer of Pachar during the year 1702.

The foundation of Castle of Pachar was laid Thakur Guman Singh during the year 1725. Later on one of his descendants Thakur Gopal singh felt the necessity of a separate 'Kacheri' (court) and started its construction during 1830 which was continued by his son Thakur Kalyan Singh who added two mahals [ Royal apartments ] but due to his untimely death the task was left incomplete. Years later in 1930,Late Thakur Ganpat Singh converted the Kachery complex into "RAWLA" [ladies quarters] for their residential purpose. As the time changed, his two sons, Thakur Shiv Nath Singh and Thakur Surendra Singh, have now opened the Rawla into a heritage hotel since 1994 known as "CASTLE PACHARThe Rang Mahal is the main attraction of the castle, colourfully decorated with family portraits, paintings,arms and comfortable furniture.This is one place the guest will never tire of. It is a three tier affair,the large hall,the elevated sitout and a further elevated portion that houses family temple.The pillars add a distinct charm.

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Accommodation is available in the Rawla which is 'Royal suites', Suites and Deluxe Rooms. Rooms have been planned for basic comfort keeping an ethnic touch. All the rooms are different, some have pillared divisions and have jharokhas [ balconies ]. SUITES: Suites still have the character and reflection of their original occupants. The furnishings and décor has not been changed much and the visitors can still get a glimpse of the splendid past of Rajasthan while staying in the suites. Suites have depiction of rich paintings, art and handicrafts. The imposing and impressive décor of suites will provide you the comfort of Royal Rajasthan.

24 hrs

The place has about 13 rooms on three floors done in Rajasthani décor with attached modern toilets complete with tiled floors, bathtub, English toilet, a shower and hot & cold water. The rooms are spacious and comfortable though not very luxurious. We were starving and were served a mixture of Rajasthani & continental lunch in a equally beautiful restaurant the Sheesh Mahal with paintings, handcuffs etc. decorating the walls. The food was Rajasthani and simple and had a unique flavor to it, with not too much of spices and oil . We were told that every ingredient of the meal was either produced in the Haveli or procured from the village. The Haveli has it’s own vegetable garden, wheat, cows and buffaloes for milk. The water is drawn by boring and was very sweet though mineral water is also available.

PACHAR" is located in the most colorful and historical Shekhawati region of Rajasthan.The Castle is set admist a picturesque, calm and peaceful surroundings in a pollution free atmosphere engulfed with greenery. Jaipur, the pink city is a short distance of 85 kms.

85 kms from Jaipur

12 kms