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« on: October 09, 2015, 01:18:34 AM » |
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In 1947, after India gained independence, several states and territories around the country joined the Indian Union forming the Republic of India. Several royal families living in their palaces at the time started selling off or leasing their property to hotel chains in order to earn a living since monarchy was on its way out.
These palace hotels all over the country remain a legacy and offer guests the complete royal experience. Most of them are luxurious while others offer a more affordable and intimate experience.
1. Rajmahal Palace, Jaipur One of the oldest and most treasured palaces in Jaipur. The restoration of this palace was overseen by Rajmata Padmini Devi who wanted it to suit the contemporary guests visiting the palace and expecting a royal experience.
The hotel is managed by the Sujan group and has several tie-ups with safari camping and tour groups.
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« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2015, 01:19:52 AM » |
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2. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
Located on a hill that overlooks the city, this grand structure took 15 years to build and was completed in 1944. It blends the architectural styles of an English castle and Rajputana palace. Made of yellow sandstone, the palace has 347 rooms which beautifully reflect the art deco style of the era. It is surrounded by gardens that are beautiful to stroll through in the evenings.
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« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2015, 01:20:17 AM » |
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3. Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
Located 8 km away from the city of Jaipur, the palace was the former residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur whose family used it as a hunting lodge. The building was converted into a luxury hotel in 1957 when the royal family could not manage to maintain the upkeep of the place. Today it is managed by the Taj group.
With lush gardens, it is possibly the most luxurious of hotels in the Pink City with a string of awards to its name.
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« Reply #3 on: October 09, 2015, 01:20:40 AM » |
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4. Balsamand Lake Palace, Jodhpur
The palace of the former Maharaja of Marwar overlooks the Balsamand Lake which was constructed as a water reservoir for the city of Jodhpur. Built as a summer palace for the king, the red sandstone structure has beautiful gardens which overlook the serenity of the lake and desert.
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« Reply #4 on: October 09, 2015, 01:21:10 AM » |
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5. Fernhills Palace, Ooty
Once the summer palace of the Wadiyar royals from Mysore, this palace, provided a fairy-tale like backdrop in the rolling hills of Ooty and spreads across 50 acres of land. The British acquired it later on leaving behind a colonial legacy with large windows and fireplaces in every room.
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« Reply #5 on: October 09, 2015, 01:21:30 AM » |
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6. Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad
It was the residence of the Nizam of Hyderabad and probably brings a waft of the Venetian renaissance to Hyderabad. Roman pillars, crystal chandeliers, marble staircases, Japanese gardens and priceless interior decor are just some elements that describe the hotel.
The library of the Nizam is said to house one of the rarest versions of the Quran.  Go to The NEXT Page for More Pictures >>>
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