| Title | Haveli architecture style |
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| Description | Haveli architecture, prevalent in Gujarat and Rajasthan, features enclosed courtyards, ornate facades, jharokhas, and chhatris, reflecting a blend of indigenous and Mughal influences in residential structures. |
| Tags | Courtyard Residential Jharokha Chhatri Facade Mansion Ornamentation Woodwork Balcony Carving Mural Haveli Rajasthan Gujarat Residential architecture Merchant house Courtyard house Merchant architecture Townhouse Decoration Residence Courtyard architecture Gujarati architecture Rajasthani architecture Regional variations Inward-facing Rajasthan architecture Chhajja Frescoes Jali Domestic Architecture Indian architecture Traditional architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-125715308-18-11-25-HT |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/haveli-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/haveli-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 16 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Gujarat Rajasthan Punjab Haryana North India Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh |
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| Time Periods | 18th-20th century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE 20th Century CE 18th century CE - 20th century CE 18th century CE 20th century CE 19th century CE 21st Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Merchant families Local rulers Landowners Landed gentry Wealthy merchant families Nobility Zamindars Rajput Mughal Various merchant communities Royal patronage Noble families |
| Sacred Contexts | Residential buildings Courtyards Residential Commercial Secular Community spaces Community gatherings Religious festivals Domestic Residential complexes Religious ceremonies |
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| Associated Deities | Lakshmi Ganesha Family deities Local deities |
| Primary Materials | Brick Sandstone Wood Lime mortar Lime plaster Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Courtyards Jharokhas Chhatris Ornate facades Intricate carvings Balconies Painted facades Mural paintings Decorative arches Arches Frescoes Chhajjas Elaborate facades Courtyard Jharokha Chhajja Intricate woodwork Painted walls Jharokhas (overhanging enclosed balconies) Chhatris (elevated, dome-shaped pavilions) Chhajjas (eaves) Ornate carvings Jali work (latticed windows) Wooden doors |
| Keywords | Courtyard Residential Jharokha Chhatri Facade Mansion Ornamentation Woodwork Balcony Carving Mural Haveli Rajasthan Gujarat Residential architecture Merchant house Courtyard house Merchant architecture Townhouse Decoration Residence Courtyard architecture Gujarati architecture Rajasthani architecture Regional variations Inward-facing Rajasthan architecture Chhajja Frescoes Jali Domestic Architecture Indian architecture Traditional architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Havelis of Rajasthan | book | Study of the architecture and social context of Rajasthani havelis |
| The Havelis of Rajasthan | Book | Exploration of the architectural and cultural significance of Rajasthani havelis. |
| Traditional Indian Architecture | Book | Details on the regional variations and construction techniques. |
| Haveli: Architectural Marvels of India | Book | General overview of Haveli architecture. |
| Architecture of Gujarat | book | Overview of Gujarati architectural styles |
| Haveli Architecture of Rajasthan | book | Study of Havelis in Rajasthan |
| Shekhawati Havelis | website | Examples of Havelis in the Shekhawati region |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Radha Vallabh Haveli Mathura | Primary | 100% |
| Aina Mahal Bhuj | Secondary | 100% |
| City Palace Jaipur | Secondary | 100% |
| City Palace Udaipur | Secondary | 100% |
| Govind Dev Ji Temple Jaipur | Secondary | 100% |
| Jaisalmer Fort Jaisalmer | Secondary | 100% |
| Karni Mata Temple Deshnoke | Secondary | 100% |
| Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur | Secondary | 100% |
| Nathmal Ki Haveli Jaisalmer | Secondary | 100% |
| Nilkanth Dham Poicha | Secondary | 100% |
| Prem Mandir Vrindavan | Secondary | 100% |
| Salasar Balaji Temple Churu | Secondary | 100% |
| Salim Singh Ki Haveli Jaisalmer | Secondary | 100% |
| Seth Ram Gopal Haveli Mathura | Secondary | 100% |
| Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Cardiff | Secondary | 100% |
| Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Leicester | Secondary | 100% |