Help Preserve Patwa Haveli Ahmedabad
Your donation helps preserve Patwa Haveli Ahmedabad through documentation, conservation work, and community engagement. Every contribution counts.
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High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.
Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.
Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.
Cultural Heritage
The construction of Patwa Haveli in 1860 CE by Sheth Hutheesing Kesarisinh marked a pivotal moment in Ahmedabad's urban history, embodying the zenith of Jain mercantile power during the British colonial era. Hutheesing Kesarisinh, already a renowned patron responsible for the magnificent Hutheesing Jain Temple (completed 1848), commissioned this haveli as a private residence, reflecting his immense wealth derived from the burgeoning textile trade. Its strategic location within Tambakuwala Pole in Khadia, one of Ahmedabad's historic 'poles', underscores the unique socio-economic fabric of the old city, where affluent communities clustered in self-contained neighbourhoods. This haveli thus became a tangible record of the Patwa community's ascendancy. Architecturally, the Patwa Haveli stands as a remarkable synthesis of regional styles, drawing inspiration from the ancient Solanki and Nagara traditions, alongside Gujarati and Rajasthani haveli forms. This eclectic blend, executed in intricate sandstone and wood, was not merely decorative but a deliberate assertion of indigenous cultural identity amidst colonial influences. The haveli's flourishing period in the late 19th century directly paralleled Ahmedabad's transformation into a major industrial and commercial hub, with the Patwa family's fortunes intertwined with this economic boom. However, the mid-20th century saw significant family divisions and property changes, initiating a period of decline that reflected broader shifts in India's post-independence economic landscape and the erosion of traditional patronage systems.
Architectural Heritage
Built in the Gujarati Haveli architecture style, Rajasthani Haveli architecture style, Indo-Islamic architecture style, Nagara 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.
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- 1Direct impact on Patwa Haveli Ahmedabad 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