SURAJGARH FORT, SHEKHAWATI

Address: Surajgarh, District Jhunjhunu
Place: Shekhawati, India - Zip / Pin Code: 333001

Description: The town of Surajgarh in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan derives its name from the 18th century fortified Palace SURAJGARH. The name literally means "The Castle of The Sun". This 4 acre fortified palace is being lovingly restored to give our guests the experience of living like a Maharaja. Established in 1780 by Shekhawat Suraj Mal, ruler of the Jhunjhunu thikana, the township of Surajgarh came up with the construction of the fort, for the construction of the fort not only offered employment to the people from the neighboring villages, but after its completion also offered a safe sanctuary from marauding bandits and invading armies.

Total Rooms: 21

Room Facility: attached modern bathrooms, television, air conditioning and EPBX.

Room Service: 24 hrs

Other Facility: conference hall with Wi-Fi facilities, Traditional sit down chowki dinner in the courtyard,Puppet shows and Rajasthani Folk Performers, Swimming Pool

Others: Horse and Camel Rides

Location Advantage: It is 180 km from Delhi (3 and ½ hours) by road. It is picturesque drive on an excellent road taking you past mustard fields and small villages. You could approach Surajgarh from New Rohtak Road or the Jaipur Highway. It is also an excellent stopover for lunch when heading towards Bikaner from Delhi or on the return. Fort Surajgarh is the nearest Heritage hotel in the Shekhawati area of Rajasthan.

Access Airport: 180 km froms Delhi (3 and ½ hours)

Access Rail: 12 kms from Railway station