The radiance and architectural heritage of Rajasthan Havelis can amaze a visitor. Intricately carved havelis (mansion) make Rajasthan a paradise for an architecture buff. This vibrant and striking region is the home of the Rajput warrior clans who had ruled here for many years. The Rajputs were prolific builders and have dotted the arid Aravali landscape with their legacy of some most imposing and magnificent havelis in the world.

Havelis in Jaisalmer

Along the cobbled stone pathways of Jaisalmer, arise the havelis, the mansions of the Jain merchants who were as powerful in the court of the time, as they were adept in business. Their homes are poetry of sandstone, carved and pierced incredibly into different patterns, and though they are opulent and effusive, the result is in perfect harmony, and never offending the eye.

Samode Haveli, Jaipur:

The Samode Haveli is a small intimate hotel offering personalised service. It has been meticulously restored and integrated into a unique property. This unique atmosphere of the contemporary and the historic gives Samode Haveli a warm & friendly atmosphere enabling guests to relax and treat it as a home away from home! With its understated luxury, antique furniture, furnishings and original work-of-art, the hotel is a celebration of traditional values and gracious living. To be there is to belong.

Other Havelis in Rajasthan :

More than five centuries ago, the grandson of Mahraja Udaikaran of Amer, Rao Shekhaji, founded the sub-clan popularly known as Shekhawat. Alsisar Haveli is owned by this branch of the Kachhawa clan of Rajputs. The descendants of the family have restructured and refurbished their old mansion (Haveli) into a modern day Heritage Hotel to give the guests a feel of the Raj days.

Alsisar Haveli lies tucked away in the heart of the pink city, Jaipur. It brings back to life the grandeur of the old days and is a memorable regal Rajasthani experience for the guests.Built in 1892, the Haveli incorporates the finesse of traditional Rajput architecture and is a sight to behold.