Shekhawati Region in eastern Rajasthan, was home to the merchants trading on the silk route ( Asia – Europe – Africa). … These traders migrated to Calcutta and Bombay when the ports opened for business … this happened after the arrival of Britishers in India … From Lakshmi Niwas Mittal to Birla,Dalmia,Poddar,Piramal, all emerged from this region … The richest people in the country which control almost every sector of the Indian Economy is from this region … These traders constructed haveli’s which acted as their base to do trade .. The walls of the haveli’s are decorated with Fresco Paintings which is unique to this region …. Alsisar Mahal is one of the option to stay during your visit to the Shekhawati Region .. Other option is Vivaana .. Between the two, we recommend Vivaana for its excellent service and good heritage feel …