Patwon ki Haveli, Jaisalmer

 Patwon ki Haveli, Jaisalmer

Patwon Ki Haveli, also known as the mansion of the brocade merchants, is a famous tourist attraction in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. At first glance, you see several windows and balconies with intricate carvings from the narrow street and once inside, you witness the grandeur of the Haveli. It is a collection of five small havelis built by a wealthy merchant in the 19th century. Locals also refer to the haveli as Kothari's Patwa Haveli. The five havelis were built for the family and together the entire complex forms the largest mansion in the city. It still houses numerous artefacts and stone works that give an insight into the royal lifestyle of the Patwa family. It is one of three havelis considered impressive in the city. The building is under the supervision of the Archaeological Survey of India and is considered a renowned architectural and historical site.

The complexity of this architecture lies in the exquisite murals, the balconies that open to a panoramic view, the gates, arches and above all the mirrors on the walls. In one of the sections of the haveli, the murals are uniquely designed and each section is separate from another, representing a particular style. The over 60 balconies, pillars and ceilings of this golden architecture are decorated with intricate patterns and miniature works.