Haveli in Jaisalmer
by Uma Krishnamoorthy
Title
Haveli in Jaisalmer
Artist
Uma Krishnamoorthy
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, India is known as the "Golden city" because all of its architecture is made of yellow sandstone and exquisitely sculpted.
Haveli is a traditional mansion in India. Havelis were the elaborate homes of rich merchants, in the times gone by. Today, they have historical and architectural significance.
In Jaisalmer, there are havelis that are hundreds of years old. Some of these have many floors and countless rooms, with decorated windows, archways, doors and balconies.
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July 21st, 2019
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