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Mandal

Mandal is a subdivisional town in the state of Rajasthan.The town is situated 1 mile away from N.H. 79.

Mandal is a historical town. It's ancient name was "Barathiya Khera" which was changed to Mandal by Mandalrao Gurjar in medieval period.

Mandalrao Gurjar got dig the Mandal pond(tank) which is assumed one of the largest pond in the state of Rajasthan.Mandalrao Gurjar was a courtier in Delhi Sultanate. The Sultan of Delhi sent Mandalrao Gurjar with money to buy horses but he arrived at Barathiya Khera and spent all the money in philanthropic works.The Sultan got angry at him and sent his men to captivate him.When the royal men arrived at him he committed suicide in the newly made pond.Today a platform is situated in the pond in his memory.The Mughal Emperor Shahjahan  also visited this town.The villagers welcomed the Emperor with Nahar(Lion) dance.Presently the town falls in Bhilwara district.Bhilwara is some 13 km south east from here.

Famous Buildings-

Mandal is known for its Mindara(Tower) and 32 pillered canopy(Battees Kahanbho ki Chhatri) and for Mandal tank.