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Indian Spa Resorts » Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur The Umaid Bhavan Palace that is renowned for the sandstone used in its construction that does not weather is currently run as a Heritage Hotel by the family of Rathores the royals of the erstwhile state of Jodhpur. It is also referred to as the Chhittar Palace owing to the fact that the Chhittar sandstone was used in its construction. It took 16 years to build this palace that is now segmented into the royal residence, the Heritage Hotel and the museum. The style of construction is typical of the Rajputs with the beautiful balconies, charming courtyards, terrific terraces, green gardens and royal rooms. All the rooms have been elegantly furnished with antique furniture pieces. The stupendous house of Maharaja Umaid is simply far above the other forts and palaces in Jodhpur. The magnificence and majesty commanded by the Heritage Hotel of Umaid Bhavan is unparalleled. Accomodation A choice of 98 air-conditioned rooms and suites 3 Conference Halls : When minds meet in the magnificient environs of the Palace, memorable conferences result. A choice of 3 conference, accommodating up to 250 people theatre style. A Choice of 94 rooms and suites. Each room appointed with the furniture originally created for the Palace. Surpassing the splendor of the other guest rooms are the Maharaja & Maharani Suites originally used by Maharaja Umaid Singh and his Maharani. In the foyer leading to these suites is a musical fountain made entirely of English crystal. Some of the old retainers of the royal household are still there to serve the needs of present day guests with the gracious hospitality that has always been a unique hallmark of the Palace. Location The Welcomheritage Umaid Bhawan Palace is located at just 3 kms from Airport, 5 kms from Railway Station and 3 kms from Bus Stand of Jodhpur. It is one of the the largest and grandest private residence in the world. The Umaid Bhawan Palace is a splendid example of the Indo-Colonial and art-deco style of the thirties. It took three thousand artisans fourteen years to create this magnificent edifice of hand-chiselled sandstone blocks put together by a special system of interlocking. There is no mortar binding....an architectural triumph! Extending across 26 acres, 15 acres of which are taken up by gardens, the palace is 195 meters long and 103 meters wide. Services Business Centre, Laptop/pagers/cellular phones / computers on hire, Library, Multimedia computers, Secretarial services, Telephones with international direct dialling, Workstations, 24 hour Room Service, Billiards, Tennis, Squash, Croquet & Jogging Track, Credit Cards & Money Exchange, Doctor and Beautician on Call, Golf, Horse Riding & Polo arranged on request, Health Club & indoor Swimming Pool, 'Jawaharat' Boutique for ethnic jewellery, garments and souvenirs, Laundry and Dry Cleaning, Mini Refrigerators, Palace Museum & Library, Palmist/Astrologer, Private Auditorium / Home Theatre, Shopping Arcade - Books, Garments, Antiques, Televisions with satellite channels, Three Multi-Cuisine Restaurants, Bar and Coffee Shop, Travel Counter. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur, Reservation Form
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