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The havelis of Shekhawati region, Rajasthan stand evidence of the glorious history of the land and rich cultural heritage of the state. These havelis are majorly known for their fresco paintings and building envelope in a semi-arid region. However, the havelis of Fatehpur town in Shekhawati region are threatened. They are either demolished or handed over to the ignorant new owners or they are abandoned or left at the mercy of poor care take cares. The negligence of these will lead to the extinction of this rich cultural heritage of Shekhawati region, Rajasthan. This paper will be primarily focusing upon a climatic analysis of a haveli of Shekhawati region. This shall also analyse proportion of spaces and the spatial organization with respect to controlled light, heat ad dust, exterior walls, small openings, courtyards, materials and construction techniques catering to a typical desert climate.