Rajasthan,
the land of valorous monarchs and haunting legends, is one place where one
can relish myriad hues of life, a representative of the country in terms of
tradition, cuisine and culture. Imposing garrisons, breathtaking castles,
elegant mansions and senescent temples dot the skyline of this land, from
one corner of the state to the other. It's a land that has the potentiality
to turn your holidays into a blissful experience.
Architectural Style
Umaid Bhawan Palace, located in Jodhpur has the distinction of being one of
the grandest residences in the world. A fascinating fusion of the
Indo-Colonial and the art-deco style of the thirties, the palace today
stands as an excellent heritage hotel. The hotel, needless to say, is the
best option to experience the lifestyle of a maharajah. However, its being a
hotel do not, in any way, underrate the substantiality and the magnanimity
of the palace.
Enticements At The
Palace
Fashioned and framed between 1929 and 1943, the palace involved 3,000
artisans who toiled for 14 years to create such a terrific edifice. The
effort that the labourers and craftsmen put in can be felt and observed
perhaps in every nook and crevice of the palace. Welcoming the vacationers
and tourers are well laid out lawns from where the ultimate experience in
luxury begins. The antechamber leads to the Regal Suites that are a
brilliant show of luxury fused with comfort. To add to your joy all the
more, are the musical fountains that will surely not let you pass untouched.
The elegantly appointed rooms and suites are laced with antiquated
furniture, something that would let you feel regal as an aura of nostalgia
begins to engulf your being.
For those who wish their spirits to soar higher, the palace proffers the
Trophy Bar where the desert experience springs to life. As you savour the
choicest drinks, enjoy the sights of artists performing on the ramparts of
the Mehrangarh Fort. Nostalgic strains of folk music will add that extra bit
to aggrandize your evenings, making it all an experience to wonder all your
life. There are restaurants to whet your appetite with Indian, Chinese,
Continental and traditional Rajasthani cuisines. The swimming pool at the
palace is yet another beautiful experience.
Museum & Royal Residence
Out of the three functional parts of the palace, one part being the
heritage hotel, the other two house a museum and a royal residence. The
museum exhibits antiquities like arms, swords and other items of royalty.
Getting There
Jodhpur Airport is well-linked to the key destinations both inside and
outside the state. Rail network also provides excellent links to the city. A
good network of roads connects the city with major cities in the state and
the country.
Local Modes of Transport
Taxis, auto-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws are the local means of transport
in the city.
