1.0x
Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer (345001), Jodhpur Division, Rajasthan, India, Rajasthan
Built 1805 CE
Help Preserve Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer
Your donation helps preserve Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer through documentation, conservation work, and community engagement. Every contribution counts.
80G Tax Benefits on Every Donation
Get 100% tax deduction under Section 80G. Instant certificate, 100% transparency, secure payment.
Donate to Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer
Quick, secure donation with instant 80G tax certificate. Your money goes directly to preservation work.
₹500
Documentation
₹1,250
Conservation
₹2,500
Restoration
Custom
Your Amount
✓80G Tax Benefits✓Instant Receipt✓100% Transparent🔒Secure Payment
Digital Documentation
High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.
Physical Conservation
Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.
Community Programs
Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.
Why Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer Matters
Cultural Heritage
Guman Chand Patwa, a prominent broker and trader, shrewdly leveraged Jaisalmer's strategic position on the ancient Silk Route, cultivating a vast mercantile empire dealing in precious metals, opium, and exquisite textiles. His immense wealth, accumulated through extensive trade networks stretching across Central Asia and Persia, enabled the ambitious commission of Patwon Ki Haveli for his five sons. This monumental undertaking, commencing in 1805 CE, not only epitomized the family's economic prowess but also solidified Jaisalmer's reputation as a vital entrepôt within the Rajputana region. The haveli complex thus stands as a physical embodiment of the flourishing trade economy of early 19th-century Jaisalmer, reflecting a period of significant indigenous commercial activity and cross-cultural exchange. The eventual decline of the Patwa family's fortunes and their subsequent abandonment of the havelis in the early 20th century was intrinsically linked to broader geopolitical and economic transformations. The increasing dominance of maritime trade routes, coupled with the consolidation of British colonial power and the consequent reorientation of commercial networks, gradually diminished Jaisalmer's traditional role as a land-based trading hub. This systemic shift rendered the Patwa's traditional mercantile activities less viable, leading to the fragmentation of their vast estate and the dispersal of the family. The havelis, once symbols of unparalleled wealth, thus became poignant architectural markers of a transformative era, reflecting the decline of indigenous trading houses in the face of modernizing colonial economies.
Architectural Heritage
Built in the Rajasthani Haveli architecture style, Jharokha architecture style, Chhatri architecture style, Maru-Gurjara architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.
Educational Resource
An important learning resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding our architectural heritage.
Local Benefits
Preservation efforts create opportunities for local communities through tourism, traditional skills, and cultural activities.
80G Certified
100% tax deduction on donations
100% tax deduction on donations
100% Transparency
Full financial reports published
Full financial reports published
Direct Impact
Your donation goes directly to conservation
Your donation goes directly to conservation
How to Donate to Save Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer
- 1
Review Site Information
Learn about Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer's historical significance, current conservation needs, and how your donation will be used for preservation efforts.
- 2
Choose Donation Amount
Select your contribution amount. Every ₹500 helps document one heritage site. Larger donations fund restoration projects. Get 100% tax deduction under 80G.
- 3
Make Secure Payment
Complete your donation via UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking. All transactions are encrypted and secure through Razorpay payment gateway.
- 4
Receive Tax Certificate
Instant 80G tax exemption certificate emailed to you. Use this certificate while filing ITR to claim tax deductions and save money.
Why Your Donation Matters for Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer
- 1Direct impact on Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer preservation and conservation
- 280G tax benefits - save up to 30% through tax deductions
- 3100% transparency with detailed fund utilization reports
- 4Supports documentation, restoration, and community engagement
- 5Helps prevent deterioration of irreplaceable cultural heritage
- 6Enables future generations to experience this architectural marvel