This late 19th century haveli (mansion) is located in Jaisalmer (State: Rajasthan). The carvings on the interior as well as exterior of this haveli is magnificent. The designers exhibited high level of quality and skill in executing the massive haveli. (Click on images for bigger view)
Even though it is built with a single building plan, the architectural brilliance is such that the two wings were built differently. However, the two wings seem to have faultless harmony.
The carvings on the window are carved out with great precision. The walls are ornamented with stone figurines of horses, flowers, birds, elephants and interesting patterns that resemble extravagant pieces of art.
Bravo!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure 'mansion' is a good enough description of this magnificent structure. Was it built as a home?
ReplyDeleteAmazing skill !
ReplyDeleteThe Jharoka is breathtaking. Thanks for the wonderful photographs.
nice haveli design..simple yet complicated!how do you discover such hidden places?
ReplyDeleteYour architectural heritage never ceases to impress. Stunning!
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i like the silhouete of man..great!
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I'm not sure I already told you that Jaisalmer is my favourite city in India! :-)
ReplyDeleteThe window is so beautiful Rajesh. The carvings look like lace!
ReplyDeleteAn amazing structure. thanks for sharing your world.
ReplyDeleteGrandioso !
ReplyDeleteInteresting photos.Greetings Andrzej.
ReplyDeleteI would probably get dizzy in India. All those patterns fighting for the attention. Extravagant indeed.
ReplyDeleteLovely blue sky - and a beautiful building!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent architecture and gorgeous blue skies! Terrific post as always, Rajesh! Have a great weekend!
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Great captures!! Marvelous architecture once again...
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I am enjoying all the images from India.
ReplyDeleteFabulous building and how interesting that they could build to halves seperatly but comes together so well.
ReplyDeleteAll the temple and buildings there are so beautiful!! Thanks for sharing!
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That's a beautiful mansion and so elegant with the intricate carvings.
ReplyDeleteThe carvings look exquisite. Thank you for sharing this beautiful haveli!
ReplyDeleteLove the balconied windows.
ReplyDeleteLovely blue sky in the background, makes the building even more exquisite.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful architecture!
ReplyDeleteThe carvings on the window are stunning!
I would love to visit India.
It's beautiful. Great shots.
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it looks grand and beautiful! have a good weekend!
ReplyDeletebeautiful images thanks for pposting. XXX Don
ReplyDeleteWonderful architectural photos, as always. You have a good eye and the knowledge to go along with it!
ReplyDeleteThe carvings on your historical buildings ARE pieces of art!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Rajesh. I am continually amazed at all the different beautiful places you find to photograph.
ReplyDeletea very intelligent kind of art...great carvings and fantastic architecture!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting. Great workmanship.
ReplyDeletesuch delicate work! amazing!!
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Oh wow, that's a beautiful structure. The intricate work on the jharoka is awesome.
ReplyDeleteQuite a mansion, amazing architecture!!
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What a magnificent haveli! Have yet to go to Jaisalmer.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful window and balcony - so exquisite!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, love the carvings and detail is just wonderful.
ReplyDeleteOh I love the beautiful balcony. Would imagine a princess standing there.
ReplyDeleteMarvellous architecture. Happy Diwali!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent architecture and gorgeous blue skies! amazing architecture!!
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I love those balcony windows.
ReplyDeleteWonderful Photos! So different from how things are built here in Norway :)
ReplyDeleteThe building is full of complex details that are of a classic age. Likewise, the resulting shadows are complex and many - and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYour ShadowShots are always so ornate! Just wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning, however the motorcycle looks out of place in front of this old relic!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shadow shots!
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Gorgeous building, such detail!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous carvings and sculpture
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Thanks to all for appreciating this intricately carved beautiful haveli.
ReplyDeleteA very famous monument, very beautiful captures!
ReplyDeleteloved the beautiful shot of intricately carved haveli.
ReplyDeleteThey are just beautiful. :D
ReplyDeleteGot to go to this exotic destination or rather apart from Ajmer and Jaipur i have missed out others
ReplyDeleteThanks to all for appreciating this intricately carved beautiful haveli.Must visit place.
ReplyDeletenice...but more images would have been appreciated!!
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