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PALACES OF RAJASTHAN
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| TAJ LAKE PALACE, UDAIPUR |
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[ Lake Palace - Udaipur]
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Founded in 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh,
the lake city of Udaipur is often referred to as the 'Venice of the
east'.
Udaipur a city full of extravagant palaces, hilltop fortresses, temples
and romantic gardens, Udaipur a 'city of Dreams' is, not surprisingly,
a favourite with travellers, both Indian and foreign. Even James Bond
in Octupussy had a stint of actions here.
Lake Palace is a fantasy island palace shimmering on mirror-calm Lake
Pichola, the Lake Palace is one of the most romantic hotels in the
world. |
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| SHIV NIWAS PALACE, UDAIPUR |
| The ancient guest house of the Mewar royalty which
has played host to virtually all the people of the world who matter, now
opens its door to welcome you for a memorable, unforgettable experience
in it's suites decorated with antique fixtures and furnishings from the
Royal collection of the house of Mewar. Enjoy an afternoon at the pool-side
in the warmth of the ever present sun or else enjoy the wonderful view over
the lake Pichola, Lake Palace and Jagmandir from the balcony of your suite
in all serenity. With all these comforts, peace and calm, you are just a
minutes' walk away from the City Palace, one of the largest in the country
and now converted into a museum. |
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| FATEH PRAKASH PALACE, UDAIPUR |
| A Royal retreat, with nine suites, tastefully
decorated in the traditional style with antique furniture and fixtures
to offer you a real royal experience. The palace has been restored
to its pristine glory, offering you the experience originally reserved
for Royalty. A view that encompasses the entire Pichola along with
the Jagmandir, Lake Palace and Sajjangarh Fort, the Royal monsoon
residence. Traditional Mewari hospitality coupled with a very personalized
service adds to the pleasure of a memorable holiday and leaves you
with a desire to experience all that again and again. |
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| TAJ RAMBAGH PALACE, JAIPUR |
A hunting lodge called Ram Bagh (Garden of Ram)
was installed out side Jaipur walled city by Maharaja Swai Ram Singh II
(1835 -80). Rooms were further added to accommodate the Royal Guests of
Maharaja Madho Singh.
1n 1940 when Maharaja Mansingh married Princess Gayatri Devi, he revamped
the Royal Suites. He ruled the Jaipur State until India's independence in
1947 from this Palace.
In late 50s the Rambagh Palace Hotel was formally opened and the Maharaja
of Jaipur became the first active hotelier in India. Rambagh Palace came
under the management of Taj Group of hotels in the year 1972.
It has got Standard rooms, which are elegant, airconditioned with all modern
facilities like channel music, television, direct dialing facility from
each room. Superior rooms are tastefully decorated in the Rajasthani Style.
You can also choose from Maharaj Suite with large canopied bed, Maharani
Suite with mirrored bathroom and Princess Suite with fountains and private
terrace garden. |
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| TAJ JAI MAHAL PALACE, JAIPUR |
During the reign of Sawai Ishwari
Singh (1743 - 50), his Prime Minister and Military Commander Hargovind Natani
developed this property and was called as NATANI KA BAGH (Garden of Natani).
Maharaja Sawai Mansingh gave the name Jai Mahal to Natani Ka Bagh. It is
not known whether he gave the name after his beloved 2nd son Jai Singh or
after the city Jaipur.
It was only in December 1955 that Jaimahal Palace Hotel was opened. In 1984
Rajmata Gayatri Devi gave the management to Taj Group of Hotels.
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| SAMODE PALACE, 45 Kms from JAIPUR |
The winner of
the award for the best Heritage hotel in the country, for 5 consecutive
years, the Palace has been meticulously restored offering a retreat into an
aesthetically beautiful environment where visitors can enjoy India's natural
beauty and rich history.
Samode Palace is one of India's most charming and romantic hotels.
Samode Palace offers a quiet, elegant and luxurious atmosphere. Considered
India's finest hotel for its consummate standards of modern hospitality,
accommodation, services, cuisine and amenities, it is the flagship of the
Samode Hotels.
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| THE RAJ PALACE, JAIPUR |
| The first mansion in Jaipur, The
Raj Palace was built in 1728 by the Prime Minister of the Raj, Thakur
Mohan Singhji of Chaumoo and has remained his descendant's residence until
now.
In 1997 the family renovated the elaborate complex of courtyards, arched
corridors and residential quarters to restore the mansion to all of its
original glory. Built on a sprawling complex, The Raj Palace is a
testimony to the skills of master craftsmen. All building arts of Rajasthan,
like frescoes, mirror and hand-painted works and stone carvings, among
others, find exquisite expression in this architectural marvel. The service
is as good as the ambience- royal in every way.
The reborn Raj Palace is scaled for intimacy and caring personal
service, while providing every modern amenity for the comfort and
convenience of travelers. |
| SAMODE HAVELI, JAIPUR |
| Samode Haveli was built by Rawal
Sheo Singh who was Prime Minister in the Royal court. It has beautiful rooms
furnished with period furniture, arched windows and intricate wall designs.
The Haveli is a magnificent reminder of glorious past. It has 18 rooms with
attached bath. |
| FORT SARDAR GARH, 3 Hrs from Udaipur |
| Sardargarh, one of the magnificent
forts of Rajasthan, is an extravagant creation by men of a bygone era,
placed amidst the mountains and deep forests of Chuppun. Sardar Singh, one
of the most powerful Dhodhias, built the Sardargarh Fort during 1738 to
1743. You can see the ramparts of the mystery filled Sardargarh, like a
great ship anchored at outer sea, much before you get close to the gigantic
walls soaring high above the low lying village of Lawa. Magnificent fort of
Sardargarh is situated 94km north from Udaipur. |
| TAJ UMAID BHAWAN PALACE, JODHPUR |
| Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the
largest and grandest private residences in the world. Built between 1929
and 1942, this imposing building is a splendid example of the Indo-Colonial
and art deco style of the thirties. |
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| AJIT BHAWAN, JODHPUR |
| In 1922 Maharaja built his residence,
It was a two storied building with 25 rooms. Zenana (ladies) appartments
were on the 1st floor veiled by carved Jaali screens. The facade of the
palace was crowned with a large central dome flanked with two smaller domes
at either end of the building. Sobhag Singh and Swaroop Singh, sons of Maharaja
Ajit Singh converted Ajit Bhawan into a hotel in the year 1980. It has a
total of 50 rooms with attached bath. |
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