sardarshahar

AGraduating in 1831 from a mere village, this little town assumed the title of Sardarshahr (chief town). This enchanting desert town of Rajthan is mostly inhabited by the Oswal Jain merchant community and has elegant havelis adorned with colourful paintings and carved woodwork. It also has a small fort that now houses the government offices.

The Anoop Chand Birdichand Jammer Haveli though founded in 1873 has paintings dating from the 20th century. The east wall of the mansion has a frieze depicting the story of Pabuji, the hero who introduced camel into Rajasthan. The mural shows some horsemen herding cows. The forecourt of the haveli has some interesting paintings while the next door tibari has a homely scene of an ongoing party. The mansion also has some amusing paintings - one is that of a ship with the manufacturing credentials (made in Germany) upside down.