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Shambhu Prakash
The Shambhu Prakash
suite, named after the
Maharana Shambhu Singh
is furnished in
impressive, opulent
strokes and graced with
high curved arches,
exudes grandeur and a
European touch. The
adjoining terrace offers
panoramic views of the
lake and hills.
Grand Royal Suites
The Grand Royal Suites,
the epitome of royal
grandeur, offer you a
tryst with the finest
traditions and lifestyle
of the rulers of the
princely kingdoms of
Rajasthan |  |  |
Khush Mahal
Khush Mahal, tucked away
to the rear of the
palace, was once one of
the two queens chambers.
The spectacular suite
with its aesthetically
furnished interiors
subtly divided by cusped
arches is evocative of
an understated elegance.
An antique swing,
suspended by decorative
gleaming brass chains,
invites you to sit back
and enjoy the charm of
this beautiful suite as
coloured glass panels
transform sunrays into a
kaleidoscope of colours,
infusing the room with
an enchanting ambience.
Udai Mahal
Udai Mahal pays tribute
to the illustrious and
foresighted ruler
Maharana Udai Singh II,
who laid the foundations
of Udaipur, on a cluster
of hills near Lake
Pichola in the mid-16th
century. The exquisitely
furnished suite,
embellished with
original miniature
paintings, brocade
panelling and antique
ivory inlaid chairs
create a regal world
waiting to be savoured.
Sarva Ritu
Sarva Ritu or the ‘All
Seasons' Suite is a
seamless blend of royal
living and contemporary
luxury. The interiors
are embellished with
charming beds with
decorative silver
headboards, rich
furnishings, a brilliant
Waterford chandelier and
engravings. The beauty
of this suite has been
enhanced by enclosing
the corner chattri, once
semi-open pavilion to
enjoy the view and
breeze, and adding a
Jacuzzi in the snug
space. With a flick of a
switch, the glass panel
changes from frosted to
clear. So you can soak
yourself in complete
privacy with a drink and
a spectacular view of
the lake and mountains.
Kamal Mahal
Kamal Mahal or Lotus
Palace alludes the
beauty of the flower,
traditionally regarded
as a symbol of purity in
India. The pristine
beauty of the suite,
with its select
artefacts, paintings,
furniture and carpets,
conveys a warm and
welcoming ambience. The
Pichwai, a revered hand
painted cloth
traditionally crafted in
Nathdwara to be hung
behind idols, adds
beauty to the suite. |  |
Sajjan Niwas
The Sajjan Niwas suite,
built by Maharana Sajjan
Singh between 1874-1884,
retains an old world
charm in its lamps,
portraits, glass mosaic
inlay, traditional cloth
fans, doors surfaced
with mirrors and
furniture. The bedroom
of the suite, decorated
with frescoes depicting
the Hindu deity Krishna,
is suffused with
romance. The Sajjan
Niwas Suite opens onto
the Sajjan Terrace
overlooking the lake
with spectacular views
of the Jagmandir Island
and Aravallis.
Chandra Prakash
The Chandra Prakash
Suite, the Luster of the
Moon Suite, glows like a
celestial orb with
golden-yellow
chandeliers and lamps
softly lighting the
decorative gilt
mouldings, sinuously
sculpted marble, fine
fretted screens, floor
inlaid with yellow,
diamond-shaped tiles and
the ceiling embellished
with frescoes. Maharana
Bhupal Singh held court
in this august room in
the 1930’s; making it
the only suite to hold
this honour.
Mayur Mahal
Mayur Mahal or Peacock
Palace is inspired by
the resplendent beauty
of the iridescent blue,
green and bronze hues of
the peacock. In India
the beautiful bird has
traditionally been
regarded as a symbol of
royalty, love, fertility
and the rains.
Artistically crafted
with glass mosaic
peacock motifs
embellishing the walls
of this exquisite suite
and its rich interiors
create a regal ambience.
The coloured glass
window panels change the
mood in the room with
the shifting sunrays.
Jal Tarang
Jal Tarang evocative of
the waves of water is a
beautiful suite. Located
at the lobby level it
offers scenic views of
the tranquil waters of
Lake Pichola and the
mountains. The colours
of the sky and lake at
sunset, lit as they are
in myriad hues, can be
savoured from this grand
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Sarva Shresth Suite
Sarva Shresth Suite, as
the name suggests, is
simply the best. The
beautiful, spacious and
elaborate suite
encompasses the
arrangement of a
complete residence as it
includes a living and
dining room. Embellished
with elegant and
old-world artefacts and
furniture, it offers
guests a complete
experience of staying in
a palace.
Sandhya Suite
Sandhya or evening, a
time suggestive of
beauty and tranquillity
is embellished in rich
emerald green and royal
blue. The suite is
perfect for savouring
sunsets that are always
special by the side of
the shimmering waters of
Lake Pichola and the
spectacular Aravalli
mountains. The softened
sunrays, slipping in
through aquamarine
window panes, light the
ornate antique gilt
furniture casting a
magical ambience in the
room. Guests can enjoy
the changing colours of
the sky and waters over
spirits and entrée’s in
the privacy of this
beautiful suite.
Virkha
Virkha or rains, are
specially precious in
desert and semi-arid
regions of Rajasthan.
Clouds fill the skies,
and the rain fall gently
fills the lakes,
transforming the land
into soothing shades of
green and infusing the
air with a soft scent of
damp earth. This elegant
suite, embellished with
local crafts and
textiles, includes a
sitting area and two
balconies that offer
guests panoramic views
of the lake to enjoy the
special season.
Basant Bahar
Basant Bahar,
inspired by the spirit
of the season of spring,
is a luxurious suite.
With a silk canopy over
the decorative four
poster bed, silk
furnishings, rich
carpet, miniature
paintings and inlaid
furniture, the suite
offers a heady regal
ambience as well as the
ethereal beauty of
spring. The suite also
has scenic views of the
lake and Jagmandir, the
neighbouring island
palace. |  |
Aravali Darshan
The Aravalli Darshan,
as the name suggests,
offers a view of the
Aravallis, the oldest
fold mountains in the
world that stretch 350
miles in a
north-easterly slant
through Rajasthan.
Discover the pure beauty
of nature with the
spectacular panorama of
the ring of mountains
ensconcing the turquoise
waters of Lake Pichola
whilst staying at this
elegant suite.
Machla Magra
Machla Magra as the name
suggests offers a
magnificent view of an
unusual mountain that
outlines the form of a
fish. This wooded
hillside was once a
favourite hunting ground
for the king, and even
today the shooting box
seen amidst its foliage
recounts the days of
royalty as does the
stone city wall that
gently meanders up the
slope. The compact suite
also offers views of the
lake; of Jagmandir the
neighbouring island
palace; and the hills,
that can be enjoyed from
the snug alcove.
Jag Mandir Darshan
Jag Mandir Darshan
offers a picturesque
view of the Jagmandir
island, a serene palace
built by Maharana Karan
Singh in about 1620. The
Mughal prince Khurrram,
later Emperor Shah Jehan,
sought refuge in its
soothing ambience in
1623 and it is said that
inspired by the
exquisite palace he
later built the Taj
Mahal at Agra.
Rang Mahal
Rang Mahal as the name
suggests is suffused
with colour. The bright
and cheerful colours of
the embellishments
infuse the suite with
joie de vivre. Created
in one of the oldest
parts of the palace,
this lovely one beded
suite having a treatment
room (massage room) and
its own private Jacuzzi,
charmingly set in two
levels offers scenic
views and of Jagmandir,
the neighbouring island
palace. |