Feel the old world charm in the majestic grand palaces of India! The brilliant collaboration of luxury and beauty makes these palaces a memorable experience to cherish for. The richness of these palaces are glorified with the turbaned tall well built having huge moustaches guards and ladies gracefully dressed up in sarees exhibits the royal era of India. The rich history of India is beautifully reflected with approximately 550 princely states in the year 1947, when the country got independence. The wealth of India is finely displayed in the form of palaces and forts. All these palaces and forts are transformed into museums, monuments and luxury hotels. For those who are seeking some of the top most royal abodes in India, then check out the list below:
Blue City
The royal city of Jodhpur is truly called as the Blue City. 15th century Mehrangarh Fort still woos people from all over the world, as it is considered as one of the best fort museums in India. Visitors can enjoy the view of some magnificent royal treasures such as paintings, costumes, bejewelled daggers and gilded palanquins. Stunning landscapes are beautified with blue houses for the high caste Brahmins.
Jodhpur is also the abode of another luxurious historical heritage Taj Umaid Bhawan Hotel. With occupancy of 347 rooms, this royal palace was built from 1928 to 1943. It was built was Maharaj Umaid Singh ji, grandfather of the present maharaj. Enjoy some of the Victorian and Edwardian timepiece at the palace museum. Other highlights of this museum are 19th and 20th-century weapons, royal miniature paintings, replica of aero planes and crockery from the royal collection.
City of Lakes
The 16th century city palace of Udaipur is beautifully located close to the Lake Pichola. The palace also features in the James Bond’s movie Octopussy. The luxurious and dazzling palace is known for hanging gardens, huge octagonal towers and cupolas. Fateh Prakash Palace Hotel and Shiv Niwas Palace Hotels are also included in the palace complex. Some renowned bigwigs like Queen Elizabeth II, the late Shah of Iran and the Kennedys have enjoyed stay here. Another popular palace in the middle of lake is Maharana Jagat Singh II’s summer palace was built in the year 1946.
Pearl City
Enjoy the dazzling beauty of Falaknuma Palace which was constructed in the year 1884 and also the dwelling place of last Nizam. In the year 2010, it was opened as palace hotel. With a he restoration cost of $US35 million, the palace was restored back in 14 years. The hotel gives the feel of museum featuring 24 carat gold ceiling mouldings and parquet flooring.
Pink City
Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II of Jaipur was the first one who initiated and offered his palaces to the public. The Pink City is hugely popular among the visitors, as it is known for Amber Fort and famous elephant ride. Other highlights are the royal observatory Jantar Mantar built in 1724.
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