Shekhawati Circuit  

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Sikar is the main town of this circuit. It is approachable by train and road from Delhi & Jaipur. There are many temples of great significance in this circuit.

Khatu Shyam ji : Khatu Shyam ji is a small village in Sikar district and is 80 kms from Jaipur. It is 16 kms. from Reengus, the nearest Railway station .'Khatu' is famous for Lord Krishna (Shyam ji) temple. Famous fairs are held here in the month of oct.-nov. and Feb.-March Thousands of devotees come here during this period. There is also a Shyam Kund and Shyam garden, for pilgrims to visit.

Sikrai Mata : It is one of the prominent pilgrim centre of Shekhawati region. The temple is known to be very sacred and is probably built in the 7th or 8th century. The temple is surrounded by hills from the three sides.

Jeen Mata : It is 29 kms. from Sikar on the Jaipur Bikaner National Highway. It is also a famous religious place for the people of this region. Jeen Mata fair is very popular. Thousands of people come here every year in the month of April (Chaitra Navratra) to worship. Jeen and Harsha are mentioned as brother & sister in the folk literature. The stories of their mutual affections and sacrifices are very popular in this region.

Harsha : There are many temples located at this place. It is 14 kms from Sikar town. It is a small village and is known to be ancient. It is known for its famous Shiva Temple. Close to the old Shiva temple is new temple which was built by Rao Raja Shir Singh. There is a huge marble Shiv linga is constructed on the southern side of the temple.There are many statues of Hindu Gods & Goddeses.