In the heart of Shekhawati, Apani Dhani eco-lodge offers
environmentally friendly accommodation, and activities such as guided visits,
excursions in the countryside, art and crafts workshops, cooking classes, etc.
which bring in extra revenue to the local community as well as offering ample
opportunities for meeting and exchanges.
Home-made
vegetarian cuisine using mostly products from Apani Dhani’s own organic garden
will add to the pleasure of the stay.
The Eco-lodge is
situated in Nawalgarh, a town known for its havelis adorned with wall
paintings. Well connected by bus and train with Delhi, Jaipur, Bikaner and
Jodhpur, Nawalgarh also offers an excellent base for exploring the countryside
and surrounding villages.
Founded by Ramesh
C. Jangid, Apani Dhani Eco-lodge is a family run guest-house (homestay)
providing an alternative accommodation to the hotels in Shekhawati.
Apani Dhani also
supports local projects in education, environment and heritage
conservation by donating 5 % of room rent.
The Eco-lodge has
been committed since its inception to an ecological approach as seen in its use of natural materials (brick,
adobe and thatch) for construction, solar-power for lighting and hot water,
organic agriculture, water management and recycling.
All rooms have en
suite bathroom and toilets and their decor highlights local crafts.
Apani Dhani was
created to promote a different type of tourism, combining an ecological
approach, respect for the host country and financial benefits for the local
community with an authentic experience for travellers.
The Ecolodge has
been deeply involved in sustainable and ethical tourism since 1990. “Les Amis du Shekhawati » represents its
activities in ATES (a French network for fair and responsible tourism), whose
charter we adhere to.
Apani Dhani is
the seat of the Shekhawati branch of
INTACH (Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage) – also
founded by Ramesh Jangid. It works on a voluntary basis for the preservation of
the architectural heritage of the region. It is also a member of the IHCN
(Historical Indian Cities Network), a programme launched by UNESCO.
Contact Details
Apani Dhani Ecolodge
C/O Mr. Ramesh C. Jangid
Old Jhunjhunu Road, Nawalgarh 333042
Shekhawati - Rajasthan-India
Email: apanidhani@gmail.com
Website: http://www.apanidhani.com/
