The royal families of Rajasthan led a lavish life indeed. With magnanimous forts, colourful jewellery and stories of valour, the Rajputana was one of the most prominent ruling clans of the world. The colours and culture of the Rajputana empire still endure in the post-Independence era, albeit in a different way. The princely states of Rajasthan were assimilated into Independent India and most of their riches taken away. With families becoming nuclear, many of their living quarters were falling into disuse. So, a decision to convert these forts and palaces to hotels was taken. As one of the best travel blogs in India, we are telling you the best Fort Hotels to stay in
The Fairmont Jaipur is a fort which amalgamates the best of Mughal and Rajputana architecture. With 199 rooms inclusive of 3 massive suites, you can lie back and enjoy the touch of royalty. Be it the super soft mattresses with the four poster beds, the wooden floors or a marble-floored walk in bathroom with a separate Hammam bath, the Fairmont attends to each and every one of your luxuries. We were part of a trip which encompassed the most popular travel bloggers of India. The Parrot, which is the official insignia of the property shows up repeatedly in wall hangings, lamps and doorways.
Taj Hotels have been repeatedly featured in the top travel blogs in India. Step into a 270-year-old Indo-Saracenic architectural masterpiece set amidst landscaped Mughal gardens at Taj Jai Mahal Palace in Jaipur. The 94 rooms and six suites offer you spectacular views of the Pink city and palace gardens. The architecture pays tribute to the two of the dominant kingdoms of North India.
ITC Rajputana
ITC Hotels has a range of experiential hotels for the discerning traveller and why should Rajasthan be left behind. ITC Rajputana at Jaipur pays homage to the Rajputana haveli architecture. We have been associated with ITC Hotels being one of the best travel blogs in India Colours of gold and crimson line the rooms as we relaxed on the signature Sweet Sleeper bed. Under the Responsible Luxury ethos of ITC group, the hotel preserves the original cuisine of the Rajputana. Their speciality restaurant, Peshawri and Jaipur pavilion offers some finger licking food from the western part of the Indian subcontinent. The Kaya Kalp Spa with its ornate design and soothing ambience provides for the perfect rejuvenation.
Fort Madhogarh
Maharaja Madhogarh Singh’s 400-year-old fort is situated about 40 km outside of Jaipur. Restored by Thakur Bhawani Singh, this is one of rarer forts which still has some rusted armaments lying around. The hotel is quite small, only 13 rooms and we were part of a retreat which featured the most popular travel bloggers in India. But where it lacks in number, it makes up in rustic quality. The thick walls and the original bathrooms offer you a peek into the lives of the royalty. We had our breakfast on the ramparts of the Fort which affords a 360 degree of view of the grounds below. The village safari and walks provide you with a peek into the rural life of India. Traditional weavers, potters and carpenters will enthral you with the rich cultural heritage that Rajasthan possesses.
Being one of the top travel blogs in India has its own advantages as we get to stay in luxurious properties all over the country. These 4 luxury properties epitomise the best of Rajasthani culture and are something that you must check out.
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