Rawla Khera - A timeless escape
A Timeless Escape
Deep in Rajasthan’s Hadoti region, Rawla Khera in Chautra ka khera is a heritage village that captures the soul of rural India. Curated by a Rajput landlord family, this tranquil retreat invites travelers to embrace authentic village life, sustainable practices, and traditional mud houses. As Mahatma Gandhi said, “The soul of India lives in its villages,” and Rawla Khera’s rustic charm makes it a haven for cultural tourism and eco-friendly travel.
The village’s mud houses, built with mud, straw, and cow dung, are eco-friendly marvels, staying cool in summer and warm in winter. Adorned with vibrant frescoes and thatched roofs, these structures offer natural insulation and an immersive dive into Rajasthan’s rural heritage. Rawla Khera’s digital detox retreat is a standout, with no internet to foster mindfulness and connection with nature.
Explore the organic kitchen garden, where fresh produce like tomatoes and herbs fuels the vegetarian buffet breakfast. Join farm visits to learn sustainable practices, from crop rotation to composting, or embark on a village visit via a village safari in a vintage Willy’s Jeep, uncovering local tales and vibrant hamlets.
At dusk, sip high tea by the river under a golden sunset. Enjoy a Rajasthani feast at Rawla Burj (1 km away) or the soulful Aarti ceremony at Rawla Temple. Try bird watching, off-road jeep driving, pottery workshops with artisans, camel cart rides through fields, stargazing nights under clear skies, folk music evenings, or block printing for rich cultural immersion.The heritage bed & breakfast, often in restored mud houses, features a lush garden, cozy patio, and airy terrace. Savor farm-fresh meals, reflecting the organic kitchen garden’s bounty. Committed to sustainable tourism, it offers free private parking and requires a photo ID and authentic Rajasthan hospitality. Near Ramgarh Tiger Reserve (10 km), perfect for wildlife tourism, and Gendoli (10 km) or Bundi (39 km) and Keshoraipatan, Rawla Khera is ideal for Hadoti tourism. Reach this offbeat destination in Rajasthan via Jaipur International Airport (200 km, ~4-hour drive) or trains to Kota Junction, Chittorgarh, or New Delhi railway stations. For road trips, cabs from Jaipur or Kota offer scenic routes. The best time to visit Rawla Khera is August to March. Blending adventure activities, local traditions, and eco-friendly mud house stays, Rawla Khera is a timeless escape.