When travelers think of Rajasthan, places like Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jaisalmer usually steal the spotlight. But if you want to step off the beaten path and truly immerse yourself in the living, breathing history of the region, Shekhawati is where you should go. Often called the “Open-Air Art Gallery of India,” Shekhawati is a treasure trove of intricately painted havelis, grand merchant mansions, and restored palace hotels that offer an authentic peek into Rajasthan’s glorious past.