Palaces of India
Indian palaces are
an excellent example of the rich and glorious past of India. One can also call
them a storyteller of the bygone era of the Rajas and Maharajas who once lived
in the palaces of India. Apart from being a royal residence of the Kings, these
palaces are the finest example of sheer opulence and comfort. These famous
Indian palaces and castles of grandeur, showcase a brilliant range of
architectural style and artistry, and reflect an elegance of style that could
have only been mastered over eons. Some of these palaces are now luxury hotels
that offer you a wiff of royalty in a package!
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The Bir Singh Palace is the best surviving example of a style of
architecture that arose in the late 16th and early 17th centuries.
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Situated in Gwalior, the Jai Vilas Palace resembles a quaint
Mediterranean resort. It was built between 1872 and 1874 by Maharaja
Jayji Rao to welcome the 'Prince of Wales' on his trip to India.
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Situated in Jodhpur, it ranks as one of the world's largest residences!
The impression the 347 room palace leaves you with, is that of romance
juxtaposed alongside beauty. It also conjures inside you a nostalgia for
the glory days of the Rajputs.
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The fort palaces of Orchha comprise of three splendidly constructed
Mahals, called the Raja Mahal, the Jahangir Mahal and the Rai Parveen
Mahal.
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Situated on Lake Pichola, the Lake Palace of Udaipur, is one of the
finest examples of Oriental workmanship. Built by the Sisodias in the
17th century, the palace is characterised by luxury and splendour –
which was the hallmark of the Rajputs in the medieval ages.
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Lying on the Shivalik slopes of Chailitis, the palace is a fine example
of elegance, opulence and comfort. Once the royal resort was summer
retreat of the Maharaja of Patiala, it has now been converted into a
hotel. It also boasts of the highest cricket field in the world.
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