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Nathmal Ji ki Haveli
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This Nathmal Ji ki haveli was commissioned to serve as the residence of Diwan Mohata
Nathmal, the then Prime Minister of Jaisalmer. Maharawal Beri Sal commissioned the
construction of this Haveli. The architects of this haveli were Hathi and Lulu who
happened to be brothers. There is a very interesting story regarding its construction.
It is said that the two brothers started building different facets of haveli simultaneously.
In those days there were no such instruments, which could keep a track on continuity
and thus when this building came up finally it had irregular shape. Barring that,
this haveli is still considered the best in Jaisalmer in terms of grandeur. There
are other minute details worth appreciation. For example there are two Elephants
made of yellow stone. These life-size replicas have been put in front of the main
entrance so that it looks as if they are guarding the Haveli. Other than these,
there are pictures engraved on pillars and walls.
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Nathmalji Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer is splendor among the havelis in Jaisalmer. A major
among the tourist attractions in Jaisalmer, the Haveli was the house of Mohta Nathmal,
the then prime minister (1885) at the Jaisalmer royal court. Conceived by two Muslim
engineers, Lulu and Hathi, it is an epitome of Rajput skills. Nathmalji Ki Haveli
in Jaisalmer is foremost among the places of tourist interest in Jaisalmer. A visit
to Jaisalmer and the haveli is sure to overwhelm you with the stone-carved screen
windows, exquisitely executed murals, jewel like balconies and a rich architectural
splendor. Two full-scale yellow sandstone elephants receive you at the access of
Nathmalji Ki Haveli. Nathmalji Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan exhibits perfect
architectural luxury on your Visit to Jaisalmer. The designers exhibited unwavering
tenacity and dexterity in executing the massive haveli. Though built on one building
plan and the architectural brilliance, the two wings were built differently. However,
the two wings seem to have faultless harmony.
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The rich architectural imagination of the two brothers is reflected in the various
paintings of modern ceiling fans and cars on the walls of Nathmalji-ki-Haveli. An
architectural marvel of the bygone era, Nathmalji-ki-Haveli presents a harmonious
blend of indigenous architectural styles of the Rajputs and Muslims. Amidst the
picturesque landscape of Jaisalmer, the giant architectural monument of Nathmalji-ki-Haveli
stands tall with it’s over imposing architectural structure. The construction of
the splendid monument added to the old glory and grandeur of Jaisalmer. Nathmalji-ki-Haveli
draws several tourists from far and wide who are absolutely awed by the marvelous
creation of the grand edifice of the structure. Nathmalji-ki-Haveli represents the
enriched artistic skills and creative caliber of the local craftsmen of the ancient
times who could give shape to the excellent architectural imagination of the two
brothers of Jaislamer.
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