Kothari's Patwaon-Ki-Haveli
Kothari's Patwaon-Ki-Haveli
Kothari's Patwaon-Ki-Haveli
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Jay Shah
Ahmedabad, India2,416 contributions
Jan 2025 • Family
It's beautiful carved five back-to-back havelis made by Pat was family many years ago. Out of these five currently two under government, in one Patwa familys younger generation lives and first haveli was bought by one of the sheth from government and restore its beautifully.
A nominal entrance ticket to watch the full haveli. People who have joint pain Or leg issue can not explore coz no lift only stairs use to explore.
This haveli memories of living hood of patwa families, their living lifestyle, kitchen areas, storage areas, guest rooms, modern in name but old amenities, way of using and way of innovation making in each items, a marvelous carvings on stones which u cannot find anywhere else in world except only in Jesalmer.
A must go place with taking time of 1-2 hours and then street shopping with local vendors and antique items with shopkeepers.
A nominal entrance ticket to watch the full haveli. People who have joint pain Or leg issue can not explore coz no lift only stairs use to explore.
This haveli memories of living hood of patwa families, their living lifestyle, kitchen areas, storage areas, guest rooms, modern in name but old amenities, way of using and way of innovation making in each items, a marvelous carvings on stones which u cannot find anywhere else in world except only in Jesalmer.
A must go place with taking time of 1-2 hours and then street shopping with local vendors and antique items with shopkeepers.
Written 13 March 2025
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BalkrishnaShroff
Mumbai, India27,106 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
Among all the havelis in Jaisalmer, this one is the best and it happens to be the the most favorite tourist attraction after Jaisalmer Fort. It was built by Patwa brothers who were rich merchants dealing in gold and silver. It was built in 19th century and it took five decades to complete. It is made out out of yellow sandstone which is abundantly available in Jaisalmer. It is great piece of Rajputana and Mughal architecture. Beautiful carvings and ornate balconies are marvelous. There are three havelis together out of which one belong to Archaeological Department of India which has a museum displaying artefacts, paintings etc.
It's open from 8 AM to 5 PM and entry fee is Rs.25 for Indians and 100 for foreigners. It's better to take a guide along with you to understand everything. One can reach here either by walking or an auto riksha as cars can't enter narrow lanes. It is located about 500 meters from fort.
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It's open from 8 AM to 5 PM and entry fee is Rs.25 for Indians and 100 for foreigners. It's better to take a guide along with you to understand everything. One can reach here either by walking or an auto riksha as cars can't enter narrow lanes. It is located about 500 meters from fort.
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Written 13 February 2025
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Sandy_JSR
Jamshedpur, India2,331 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Visited the Haveli in Oct’23 at the evening time, where there was limited crowd. Walking through narrow lanes and by-lanes from our hotel to Haveli was a fun. The entry is Rs. 150 per pax, seems to be high. The haveli is not very big, has nice architecture and well maintained. The haveli displays heritage lifestyle at different floors of the haveli of the then opulent merchant of the city. One has to walk through narrow and steep steps to visit different floors and terrace. We hired a guide, which was helpful to visit different floors and knowing the associated history. The displayed artifacts were normal to the old times and may be seen in other havelis as well. Few shopping options are available nearby. Onetime visit may be made to see the haveli of the old opulent merchant.
Written 18 May 2024
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Yash Banka
New Delhi, India8 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
Visiting Patwon Ki Haveli was like stepping into a golden era of Rajasthan’s history. The intricate carvings, delicate latticework, and grand balconies immediately transported me to another time. It’s incredible to think this architectural marvel, built centuries ago, could still be dismantled and rebuilt brick by brick by the skilled artisans of that era.
The golden sandstone walls, glowing under the sunlight, and the preserved interiors, with their murals and mirror work, made me feel like I was walking through a living museum. Every corner seemed to whisper stories of the past, of the wealthy traders who once lived there.
Rajasthan’s heritage truly comes alive in places like this. Patwon Ki Haveli isn’t just a building—it’s a reminder of the timeless artistry and culture that make this state so unique. If you’re in Jaisalmer, don’t miss it—it’s an experience that stays with you.
The golden sandstone walls, glowing under the sunlight, and the preserved interiors, with their murals and mirror work, made me feel like I was walking through a living museum. Every corner seemed to whisper stories of the past, of the wealthy traders who once lived there.
Rajasthan’s heritage truly comes alive in places like this. Patwon Ki Haveli isn’t just a building—it’s a reminder of the timeless artistry and culture that make this state so unique. If you’re in Jaisalmer, don’t miss it—it’s an experience that stays with you.
Written 1 January 2025
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Alessandro S
Bologna, Italy4,890 contributions
Nov 2024 • Friends
It is probably the most beautiful monument in Jaisalmer. It is one of 5 attached houses, belonging to the same family of merchants. The first house was donated to the government which rightly made it a much-visited museum. It's an architectural gem. The interiors make clear the opulence of the family and are beautiful the many balconies called jharokas that allowed privacy to the women of the house.
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Written 12 December 2024
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Lakshmi Biradar
Bengaluru, India1,024 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Patwon ki haveli is very beautiful. The architecture is superb. The handmade things are very attractive. It is a popular tourist attraction, celebrated for its architectural beauty and historical significance. The interiors consists of mirror work, and antique furniture, offering a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle of the time.
Written 5 October 2024
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TRIP
Destin, FL13 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
This place is really worth a visit. The havelis with all the stone carvings are beautiful. Although only one of them is accessible for public, but it's a must visit. Gives a nice impression of how the lives of rich must have been 100-200 years ago.
Written 24 May 2024
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S. Singh
India5,922 contributions
Mar 2021
Well if you travel with bigger vehicle or car then leave them far away and go to from local three wheelers or tempo , because there is no parking place and roads are narrow.
IF any visitor using walking sticking or with wheel chair then sorry , no useful for go there no facility for disabled visitors . The stairs are too much for going upper floors and the stairs are narrow.
Ticket - applicable
Ticket for photography - Applicable
Must have - proper shoes & water bottles.
The walls with full of carving of motif & seamless patterns . each room wall and roof is painting with very fine details . The most rooms having the various useful things
for office , living room & kitchen . each thing is having it's own historical story and value.
Early morning is the best time to visit otherwise too much crowed environment created and very small passage for moving here & there.
IF any visitor using walking sticking or with wheel chair then sorry , no useful for go there no facility for disabled visitors . The stairs are too much for going upper floors and the stairs are narrow.
Ticket - applicable
Ticket for photography - Applicable
Must have - proper shoes & water bottles.
The walls with full of carving of motif & seamless patterns . each room wall and roof is painting with very fine details . The most rooms having the various useful things
for office , living room & kitchen . each thing is having it's own historical story and value.
Early morning is the best time to visit otherwise too much crowed environment created and very small passage for moving here & there.
Written 30 July 2021
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Radhika
New Delhi, India56 contributions
Nov 2022
Walked through narrow lanes to get to this haveli. Vikash (the guide) convinced me to get his services, and I enjoyed his stories. He mentioned the history with his fun nuggets in between - and took some amazing pictures. The architecture of the haveli is fantastic for someone who hasn’t been in many havelis previously. 60 jharokhas, gigantic rooms, ceilings adorned with glass, etc.
The modern equipment like the first phone, jukebox, motored fans, etc might be super fun for some, but they weren’t what I was there for. The way the rooms were built, the doors, the windows, the safes, enormous old pots, and the old haveli feels was what I was here for.
The best part was the roof. I thankfully reached there during sunset time, and it seemed like the city was dripping in gold. The view is just spectacular.
Vikash is a brilliant guide - if you end up finding him, request him. He also takes phenomenal pictures and knows all the spots.
The modern equipment like the first phone, jukebox, motored fans, etc might be super fun for some, but they weren’t what I was there for. The way the rooms were built, the doors, the windows, the safes, enormous old pots, and the old haveli feels was what I was here for.
The best part was the roof. I thankfully reached there during sunset time, and it seemed like the city was dripping in gold. The view is just spectacular.
Vikash is a brilliant guide - if you end up finding him, request him. He also takes phenomenal pictures and knows all the spots.
Written 5 December 2022
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Rahul Habbu
Mumbai, India121 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
The architecture itself was a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan, with intricate carvings, vibrant frescoes, and ornate detailing that echoed the stories of bygone eras. Each corner seemed to whisper tales of royal indulgence and timeless elegance.
While the haveli exuded an air of seclusion and tranquility, its strategic location allowed for easy exploration of nearby attractions, enhancing the overall experience.
While the haveli exuded an air of seclusion and tranquility, its strategic location allowed for easy exploration of nearby attractions, enhancing the overall experience.
Written 31 January 2024
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You can walk around. You don't have to pay any money
Written 2 December 2018
how much this will take......can we cover this n other havelis(salim singh's n nathmal ji's) 5-6 hrs?
Written 25 February 2016
yes easily. Infact, If you have already seen the palace and the patwon ki haveli, there is nothing much in salim singh and natmal haveli to see. Salim singh haveli has nothing much inside (is in very bad shape and not maintained), you can might as well just see it from outside. Palace & patwon ki haveli might take you around 3 hours put together. It is worth spending time in these 2 places. Also, markets out side is priced cheaper than inside the fort.
Written 27 February 2016
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