We were in front of magnificent Patwon ki Haveli. This was built by Guman Chand Patwathe well-renowned dealers in brocade, gold and silver embroidery during those times. Built between 1800 and 1860 this five-storey mansion has five suites for the five sons of the merchant.
This beautiful sandstone mansion is carved and pieced together with in different patterns. This difference is undone by the perfect harmony in architecture. 
The lavish haveli showcases their beauty of craftsmanship in the stone carving. It surely hypnotizes one and all with its charm. No two windows are same.
Every window has something different to offer. It reflects the unique architecture of traditional Jaisalmer. The splendid monument adds to the old glory and grandeur of the place.
It is not possible to capture every detail of this marvel in camera. One has to be there in person to really enjoy it.
Wow.. What an intricate work. true Rajesh.. One has to be in person to enjoy its beauty. But you have done enough justice to bring it to us.. Thanks..!
ReplyDeleteJust awesome.
ReplyDeletenice and royal!
ReplyDeleteThese are stunning structures, the details are so intricate.
ReplyDeleteI often wonder how you can travel so much, you must be fortunate enough to have a sound economy and a lot of free time.;))
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I'm always impressed by the beauty of these ornaments!
ReplyDeleteExtravaganza is the word i agree! It looks like stone lace, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThis is a magnificent structure. The whole is simply stunning. The details you were able to capture are fascinating.
ReplyDeleteRemember visiting these Haveli's in the year 2002. Magnificent intricate architecture. Those days I had film roll & photo prints. Must be lying in some carton some where !
ReplyDeleteDigital Cameras have transformed photography with features like edit, sharpen,add color,brighten etc etc.
Well, you've certainly done a good job showing us the grandeur of this place...it really is quite unbelievable. I wonder how long it took to build this! Can't imagine living in a place so ornate!
ReplyDeleteWow! Awesome pics, Rajesh .. These are so beautiful, great job :)
ReplyDelete...but your photos are great and makes me feel like I am there looking at the intricate details.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures! Jaisalmer has some lovely buildings.
ReplyDeleteI think you did an excellent job of capturing the exquisite mansion.
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible place, Rajesh! And as always your captures are awesome! What a beautiful look at your world! Have a great week!
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Such beautiful grandeur.
ReplyDeleteThe differing facades at each window are, indeed, unique. Each of the five sons was very fortunate to have a separate suite of his own to call home.
ReplyDeleteit sure is amazing!
ReplyDeleteWow - so much ornate beauty! Fabulous details in these shots.
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh! Fabulous! I wonder if my daughter, who has just returned from a Rajasthan trip, has seen this...
ReplyDeleteBlogtrotter Two wanders currently around pre-historical Corsica, where it seems all this mess around will be leading us to... ;). Enjoy and have a wonderful week!
Wow! Beautiful photos, stunning work of art, a true marvel.
ReplyDeleteFantastic!
ReplyDeleteIt definitely is a great place.
Wow what a beautiful windows !
ReplyDeleteSuch windows we do not have here in the Netherlands...
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The detail is as impressive as the structure itself. Marvellous.
ReplyDeleteNow that's a mansion! what beautiful details and arquitecture.
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Marvelous!! Very intricate and so decorative!! Looks like a posh place to live in!!
ReplyDeleteimPRESSive.
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This is unbelieveable architecture! I agree that it must be stunning to be right there in front of it. Have a phenomenal week,
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Those times bore many witnesses of excellence and royal outlook.Very sad to say,our buildings today are very unhealthy.
ReplyDeleteThese buildings are so beautiful and the parts you show are like made of lace instead of sandstone.
ReplyDeletewow - really amazing
ReplyDeleteThat certainly is worth seeing, nice shots.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful structures! India is filled with so many of these.
ReplyDeleteWith Patwon ki Haveli you created the Perfect P post for us, Rajesh!
ReplyDeleteMy God, that is truly magnificient!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent, opulence and craftsmanship. I love the subtle differences in the windows.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with you, you have to see this in person, it's just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThe creativity of the old cannot be matched by the new dont you think?
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Very intricate design, it takes more than someone with creative talent to do this! awesome!
ReplyDeleteVery creative design of the mansion. It's beautiful and rare design.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating the wonderful craftsmanship.
ReplyDeleteZuzana: Some of these travels are which I have done earlier.
Such beautiful architecture! ♥
ReplyDeleteOh how beautiful! Such intricate carving!
ReplyDeleteWOWOWOWOW! Amazing!
ReplyDeleteNow this is one awesome piece of architecture. You continue to amaze me with ll of the gorgeous buildings you share with us week after week. This has to be one of the finest you have shown us. I love it. genie
ReplyDeleteWow -- this is just amazing. Such intricacy!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful ornate architecture!
ReplyDeleteout of sight architecture!!
ReplyDeleteThis really is an architectural marvel. I remember trying to capture the full height of this building back in the days when I had a camera that couldn't zoom out.:)
ReplyDeleteLove these pictures, Rajesh.
very beautiful
ReplyDeleteYour pictures took me bak to 2003, when I stood there, amazed at those artistic buildings. I was simply standing inside the courtyard, looking up and wondering, how did they live here? How many people would have manned this mansion?
ReplyDeleteAnd where all they have disappeared!
Beautiful captures, I will cherish this page.
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Yes! I had been to this place and my reaction was the same! It is so very awesome!
ReplyDeleteStunning!!! What details!
ReplyDeleteThank you all for the appreciation. It is pleasure to watch the so intricately carved mansion.
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