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Ajit Bhawan Hotel, Jodhpur
Overview :
This is India's first Heritage Hotel. Set in the serene desert of Rajasthan in India, Ajit Bhawan stands as an oasis of hospitality and warm Rajput charm. This hotel was built exclusively for Maharajadhiraj Sir Ajit Singhji, the younger brother of Maharaja Shri Umaid Singhji of erstwhile Jodhpur State in 1927. Decades later, his son, Late Maharaj Swaroop Singh along with his wife, Rani Usha opened the doors of this stately royal residence to the travelers coming to the Blue City. They pioneered the "Heritage Hotel" concept in India. They had found a perfect way to share their legacy with all who wished to experience and have a taste of this royal luxury. The Ajit Bhawan palace is the residence of the family of the Late General Maharaj Ajit Singh, younger brother of the late ruler, Maharaj Umaid Singh of Jodhpur. Built at the turn of the last century, this stately home served as a residence that attracted Princes and statesmen, artists and hunters, an electric mix of the interesting & the mundane - all drawn to its warmth and hospitality. The Ajit Bhawan offers you Old World elegance, with the modern comforts of a Classic heritage hotel and the essence of being a guest of the Maharaja's family.It is centrally located and very near to the world famous Umaid Bhawan Palace. Just 3 kms from the airport and railway station.
Accommodation :
The Ajit Bhawan has in total 60 Rooms with 10 Luxury Tents. The accommodation in Ajit Bhawan includes Seventeen Luxury Suites, Eight Luxury Rooms, Ten Luxury Tents, Twenty-five Executive Rooms, Ten Deluxe Rooms that are unique with a distinctive feel of the Raj. Antiques from various periods and photographs from the family archives create an ambiance that suggests a private home rather than a hotel room. All the Rooms have a luxurious touch along with all modern amenities.
Location :
Hotel Ajit Bhawan Palace ,Jodhpur is situated 3 km away from the airport and 2.5 km from the Railway Station. From the bus station it is 1.5 km km away.
Facilities :
The Ajit Bhawan offers guests every opportunity to relax and recharge either in the Ajit Spa, in the Gym or in the Swimming Pool. AC, Cable TV, Direct Phone, Channel Music, Attached BathRoom, Shower, Bath Tub, Work Desk, Clock, King Bed, Princes Bar, Swimming Pool, Massage Parlour, Health Club, Travel Desk, Fitness centre, Foreign exchange, IDD,conference/banquet facilities the serene pool,massages at the fully equipped health club,tennis court,travel desk, courier service, parking and safe deposit lockers. Ajit Bhawan Palace also organizes village jeep safaris and heritage joyrides through Jodhpur in its rich collection of vintage cars.
Banquets :
The Ajit Bhawan offers specially equipped meeting & conference room, royal & serene surroundings, venues, variety of cuisines, special themes for corporate and events meetings. Specially equipped meeting & Conference room, Lawn for up to 300 guests Indian, Continental & Rajasthani cuisine for catering events, Theme parties Cultural shows, Royal and serene surroundings.
Weather :
Weather in Jodhpur, is dry and hot, a typical desert weather. The average annual rainfall is approximately 32 cm. In summer the maximum temperature is around 42 deg C and the minimum is around 37 deg C. In winter, the maximum temperature is around 27 deg C and the minimum temperature is around 15 deg C. Jodhpur is bright & sunny throughout the year
Jodhpur City :
Jodhpur has a rich architectural and historical legacy. The exquisiteness of the Jodhpur forts and monuments is sure to enchant the tourists. There are number of famous palaces of Jodhpur, Rajasthan that are worth seeing. Their preservation is the result of the combined efforts of the tourism department of the Rajasthan Government and the royal families of Jodhpur. Dotting the city and its landscape are various forts and monuments. There are several places to see in Jodhpur, India during your tour to this region. Some of the popular tourist attractions of Jodhpur are:The Mehrangarh Fort, The Jaswant Thada, The Umaid Bhawan Palace, The Rai ka Baag Palace, Each of these places has some history attached to it. You will find it very interesting to take a tour of these places and discover about them. So, make sure to visit these places on your trip to Jodhpur. Without a visit to these forts and monuments, your trip to Jodhpur will be incomplete.
Mehrangarh Fort :
Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur is one of the largest forts in forts. It is also the most magnificent fort in Jodhpur, infact, in the whole Rajasthan. The fort is amongst the popular tourist places in India. It is situated on a 150 m high hill. It was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459. The Mehrangarh Fort can be reached from the city, 5 kms below, through a circular road. Seven gates have to be crossed to reach the fort. The gates still bear the marks of the various battles fought in the bygone era. Its second gate still stands witness to canon ball hits by attacking armies of Jaipur during wars. One of the gates is Jayapol, meaning victory. It was built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies. Another gate, Fattehpol, again meaning victory, was built by Maharaja Ajit Singh as a celebration for defeating the Mughals. Other attractions of Mehrangarh Fort, Rajasthan include several palaces inside the fort, with their sprawling and huge courtyards. One of the fort's palaces, The Moti Mahal or the Pearl Palace, has the royal throne of Jodhpur, the Sringar Chowki. The fort also has galleries, temples, etc. To the left of the Mehrangarh Fort is the Chhatri of a soldier, Kirat Singh Soda. It is the spot where he fell while defending the fort against the armies of Amber.The Mehrangarh Fort, with its beauty, is the living proof of the hard work and skill of the Jodhpuri sculptors.
Jaswant Thada :
To the left of the Mehrangarh Fort complex is the Jaswant Thada of Jodhpur, Rajasthan. It is a 19th century royal cenotaph built in commemoration of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, the 33rd Rathore ruler of Jodhpur. The son of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, Maharaja Sardar Singh, in the memory of his father, built the Jaswant Thada. The cenotaph has two more tombs within it. Near to this are the royal crematorium and three other cenotaphs. Famous Jaswant Thada in Jodhpur, India is an example of architectural brilliance in India. It is a white marble memorial, built out of intricately carved sheets of marble. The carving shows the genius of the sculptors. These stones are extremely thin and polished. As a result, the outside surface of the monument emits a warm glow when the sunrays fall on its surface. There is also beautiful marble jali work on the cenotaph. You can have some nice views from the terrace in front of the cenotaph. The cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh displays portraits of the rulers and Maharajas of Jodhpur. The main memorial has been built like a temple. To visit the Thada you have to go through the rocky hills. This also lends a mystic aura to the whole visit. Do make sure to visit this architectural delight while on a tour to Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
Umaid Bhawan Palace :
Umaid Bhavan Palace in Jodhpur, India is one of India's most imposing and recent palaces. Umaid Bhavan palace of Jodhpur, Rajasthan was built by Maharaja Umaid Singh. It is named after him only. He utilized the services of a well-known Edwardian architect, Henry Vaughan Lanchester for the construction of this palace. It contains three hundred and forty seven rooms. Jodhpur's Umaid Bhawan Palace was actually built for the welfare of the people. The purpose was to give employment to the people of Jodhpur during a long period of drought and famine. The construction of the palace utilized approximately one million square feet (90,000 m²). Another special feature of the palace is the use of a special type of sandstone, called Chittar sandstone, giving it a special appearance. Umaid Bhavan palace of Jodhpur is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Over three thousand artisans were employed in the construction of this palace. The Umaid Bhavan palace was converted into a heritage hotel in 1977. The Palace is now segmented into the Royal residence, the Heritage Hotel and the Museum. In a part of the palace the royal family of Jodhpur still lives. In another part of the palace is a well-maintained museum. India's Umaid Bhavan palace has an amazing Central Rotunda, the cupola rising to a hundred and five feet high. There is also the Throne Room with its exquisite Ramayana murals, a library, a private museum, an indoor swimming pool, a Billiards Room, tennis courts and unique marble squash courts.
Rai ka Bag Palace :
The Rai ka Bag Palace of Jodhpur, Rajasthan is another tourist spot for you to visit on your trip to Jodhpur. The queen of Maharaja Jaswant Singh-I, Hadiji, built this palace. It is situated near the Raika Bag palace railway station. Famous Rai Ka Bag palace in Jodhpur, India was constructed in 1663. It was amongst the favorite palaces of King Jaswant Singh-II. Most of the time he stayed in the octagonal bungalow of Rai Ka Bag palace. In 1883, Swami Dayanand Saraswati came to Jodhpur. The arrangements for his public audience were made in the public ground of this palace only. He gave his sermons there itself. Even Jaswant Singh used to listen to Swami Dayanand in this palace only. At present the palace houses the income-tax office.
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