Shekhawati means Garden of Shekha of Land of Shekhawat Rulers. The Rulers of the Shekhawati's Thikanan were the Shekhawat sub clan of Kachwaha Dynasty of Jaipur Princely State. Shekhawats was the most prominent among all the Kachawas of Jaipur. The Inhabitants of Shekhawati are considered brave, sacrificing and hard working people.
Shekhawati region offers peace and serenity to its visitors, famous for its marvellously painted havelis. The havelis of Shekhawati are major tourist appeal because of its striking architecture, and frescoes that are seen almost everywhere, the graceful interiors and massive parapets. The frescoes seem to narrate an interesting tale in a colourful manner. The entire Shekhawati region radiates with such frescoes and it is precisely this reason the it is often called as open air art gallery.