The Patwon ki Haveli is an interesting place for Architecture and is the most important among the havelis of Jaisalmer. This is precisely because of two things, first it was the first haveli erected in Jaisalmer and second, that is not a single haveli, but a group of 5 small havelis. The first of these havelis was commissioned and built in 1805 by Guman Chand Patwa and is the largest and most ostentatious. It is believed that Patwa was a wealthy man and was a renowned trader of his time. He could afford and therefore ordered separate building for each of her 5 children stories. These were completed in the span of 50 years. The five houses were built in the first 60 years of the 19th century.
The havelis are also known as the 'mansion of brocade merchants. This name has been given, probably because the family dealt in gold and silver threads used in embroidering clothes. However, there are theories that claim that these traders did a considerable amount of money in smuggling and money-lending.
This is the largest Haveli in Jaisalmer and is situated in a narrow street. This haveli is currently occupied by the government, which uses it for various purposes. The office of the Archaeological Survey of India and the state of the art and crafts department is in the haveli itself.
However, even after these usurpations and abuse you can find a lot of pictures and mirrors on the wall-works. Other important aspects are the walkways and arches. You will notice the subject individual performances and in every post. Although the whole building is made of yellow sandstone, the main gateway to the Patwon ki Haveli is brown.
The havelis are also known as the 'mansion of brocade merchants. This name has been given, probably because the family dealt in gold and silver threads used in embroidering clothes. However, there are theories that claim that these traders did a considerable amount of money in smuggling and money-lending.
This is the largest Haveli in Jaisalmer and is situated in a narrow street. This haveli is currently occupied by the government, which uses it for various purposes. The office of the Archaeological Survey of India and the state of the art and crafts department is in the haveli itself.
However, even after these usurpations and abuse you can find a lot of pictures and mirrors on the wall-works. Other important aspects are the walkways and arches. You will notice the subject individual performances and in every post. Although the whole building is made of yellow sandstone, the main gateway to the Patwon ki Haveli is brown.
Gadisar Lake is one of the major tourist attractions of Jaisalmer. It is a conservation water tank made around 1400 A.D. by Maharwal Gadsi Singh. Can you believe this structure just outside the city walls once acted as a reservoir that controlled the entire supply of water to the city
Whole varieties of temples and shrines surrounding the lake. In later years it became more of a pilgrimage spot. This place was selected because it had a certain amount of declivity already and it automatically retained some of the rainwater. In winters, you might get to see a variety of migratory birds. Due to its proximity to Bharatpur, some of the birds get attracted to this place also.
The beautiful gateway that arches across the road down to the Lake was built by royal courtesan named Tillo in the end of 19th century, known as Tillo Ki prol (Gate of Tillo). Lord Vishnu's statue was installed in the year 1908 A.D. or the gate by the courtesan & declared Krishna Temple to save it from demolition by the Maharawal.
Whole varieties of temples and shrines surrounding the lake. In later years it became more of a pilgrimage spot. This place was selected because it had a certain amount of declivity already and it automatically retained some of the rainwater. In winters, you might get to see a variety of migratory birds. Due to its proximity to Bharatpur, some of the birds get attracted to this place also.
The beautiful gateway that arches across the road down to the Lake was built by royal courtesan named Tillo in the end of 19th century, known as Tillo Ki prol (Gate of Tillo). Lord Vishnu's statue was installed in the year 1908 A.D. or the gate by the courtesan & declared Krishna Temple to save it from demolition by the Maharawal.
Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest fortifications in the world. It is situated in the city of Jaisalmer, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is a World Heritage Site. It was built in 1156 AD by the Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, from whom it derives its name. ( Rawal Jaisal's son was Shalivahan II; Manj and Bhati Rajputs are descended from him.) The fort stands amidst the sandy expanse of the great Thar Desert, on Trikuta Hill, and has been the scene of many battles. Its massive yellow sandstone walls are a tawny lion colour during the day, fading to honey-gold as the sun sets, thereby camouflaging the fort in the yellow desert. For this reason, it is also known as the Sonar Quila or Golden Fort. The fort is located in the very heart of the city, and is one of the most notable monuments in the locality.
In 2013, at the 37th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Jaisalmer Fort, along with 5 other forts of Rajasthan, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the group Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
During medieval times, the city played a major role in trade with Persia, Arabia, Egypt and Africa. The fort contains 3 layers of walls. The outer or the lower layer is made out of solid stone blocks and it reinforces the loose rubble of Trikuta Hill. The second, or middle, wall snakes around the fort. From the innermost, or third, wall, the Rajput warriors once hurled boiling oil and water as well as massive blocks of rock at their enemies, who would become entrapped between the second and third walls. This defences of the fort include 99 bastions, of which 92 were built between the period of 1633-47.
In 2013, at the 37th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Jaisalmer Fort, along with 5 other forts of Rajasthan, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the group Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
During medieval times, the city played a major role in trade with Persia, Arabia, Egypt and Africa. The fort contains 3 layers of walls. The outer or the lower layer is made out of solid stone blocks and it reinforces the loose rubble of Trikuta Hill. The second, or middle, wall snakes around the fort. From the innermost, or third, wall, the Rajput warriors once hurled boiling oil and water as well as massive blocks of rock at their enemies, who would become entrapped between the second and third walls. This defences of the fort include 99 bastions, of which 92 were built between the period of 1633-47.
Bada Bagh, also called Barabagh (literally Big Garden) is a garden complex about 6 km north of Jaisalmer on way to Ramgarh, and halfway between Jaisalmer and Lodhruva. It contains a set of royal cenotaphs, or chhatris of Maharajas of Jaisalmer state, starting with Jai Singh II. It was commissioned by Maharawal Jai Singh in the early 16th century and completed by his son Lun karan after his death.
The site has three different things to watch, a garden, a tank and a dam. In the vicinity itself you will find Govardhan Stambh (pillar). This pillar was constructed to commemorate the construction of the Dam and the tank. In the local dialect the Dam and the tank are known as Jai Bandh and the Jai Sar respectively. It is about 1,200 feet in length and 350 feet in width. If you observe it closely you will notice that this has been built out of solid blocks of stone. The same material has been used for the construction of well as well as the tank.
Cenotaph
Other interesting monuments in the vicinity are the Cenotaphs. These cenotaphs also known as chattris and were constructed by the various Bhati rulers. One cenotaph has been erected for each ruler. The oldest among them is the cenotaphs of Maharawal Jai Singh who reigned from 1470-1506. This tradition was discontinued when in 1947.
The site has three different things to watch, a garden, a tank and a dam. In the vicinity itself you will find Govardhan Stambh (pillar). This pillar was constructed to commemorate the construction of the Dam and the tank. In the local dialect the Dam and the tank are known as Jai Bandh and the Jai Sar respectively. It is about 1,200 feet in length and 350 feet in width. If you observe it closely you will notice that this has been built out of solid blocks of stone. The same material has been used for the construction of well as well as the tank.
Cenotaph
Other interesting monuments in the vicinity are the Cenotaphs. These cenotaphs also known as chattris and were constructed by the various Bhati rulers. One cenotaph has been erected for each ruler. The oldest among them is the cenotaphs of Maharawal Jai Singh who reigned from 1470-1506. This tradition was discontinued when in 1947.