Constructed By: RGuman Chand Patwa & His Five Sons
Located: With in City.
Entrance Fees: Entrance Fees of Patwo Ki Haveli is INR. 15
The five-storied Patwon ki Haveli is the largest
of its kind in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. Patwon ki haveli is
one of the most elaborate and fascinating mansions in Jaisalmer
that entices you with its hypnotic charm. Located on a narrow lane
in the main Jaisalmer city, Patwon ki haveli was constructed by
Guman Chand Patwa and his five sons. Guman Chand was a famous trader
of his times and dealt in gold, brocade and silver.
There are five massive suites in the Patwon ki haveli that are decorated
with brilliant representations of artistic acumen. The entire haveli
is and interesting grid of pillared halls, large corridors, lavishly
chiseled ceilings and ostentatiously decorated walls. The stunning
murals that adorn the haveli walls are colorful depictions of the
everyday court scenes, village scenes and other artistic concepts.
It is believed that it took about a 50 years to complete the construction
of the entire haveli.