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Ranjit Vilas Palace
The Palace Wankaner
Gujarat
363 621
India
The Palace Wankaner
Gujarat
363 621
India
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The Ranjit Vilas Palace in Wankaner, Gujarat, is a grand building rising three-stories high. Its architecture reflects a synthesis of Rajput, Islamic, Venetian and Gothic styles and has ornate arches, minarets with domes, and an impressive clock tower. The Ranjit Vilas Palace was built and designed by Maharana Raj Shri Amarsinhji, the last ruler of Wankaner.
Situated on the Gadhio hill, the Ranjit Vilas Palace has a collection of vintage cars and a herd of Kathiawadi horses, on which you can enjoy a ride. The private museum at the Wankaner Palace has a collection of royal artifacts and hunting trophies. You can also see a magnificent view of the surrounding countryside from the Ranjit Vilas Palace. Cultural performances such as folk dances are arranged for guests at the hotel.
There are two other heritage buildings on the Wankaner Palace grounds.
The Royal Residency also known as Khengar Bhavan was built in 1882 for the British Resident, who advised the minor ruler, till he came of age. This colonial structure has 12 suites, furnished in period style. Each suite is named after dignitaries such as Mahatma Gandhi's father, various royal princes, a British Viceroy, the Duke of Connaught, the jeweller Jacques Cartier, and the first Governor-general of India.
The Motiwadi Royal Oasis is located in an orchard, on the bank of the Machhu River. Begun in 1875, it was completed in the period 1930 to 1940, and decorated in art-deco style. The summer retreat of the royal family of Wankaner, the Motiwadi Royal Oasis has 12 opulent suites and an indoor swimming pool with an art-deco ambience. The step well at the Motiwadi Royal Oasis is a special attraction, with three underground storeys and fountains. The Motiwadi Royal Oasis at the Wankaner Palace is a delightfully cool retreat in summer.
Situated on the Gadhio hill, the Ranjit Vilas Palace has a collection of vintage cars and a herd of Kathiawadi horses, on which you can enjoy a ride. The private museum at the Wankaner Palace has a collection of royal artifacts and hunting trophies. You can also see a magnificent view of the surrounding countryside from the Ranjit Vilas Palace. Cultural performances such as folk dances are arranged for guests at the hotel.
There are two other heritage buildings on the Wankaner Palace grounds.
The Royal Residency also known as Khengar Bhavan was built in 1882 for the British Resident, who advised the minor ruler, till he came of age. This colonial structure has 12 suites, furnished in period style. Each suite is named after dignitaries such as Mahatma Gandhi's father, various royal princes, a British Viceroy, the Duke of Connaught, the jeweller Jacques Cartier, and the first Governor-general of India.
The Motiwadi Royal Oasis is located in an orchard, on the bank of the Machhu River. Begun in 1875, it was completed in the period 1930 to 1940, and decorated in art-deco style. The summer retreat of the royal family of Wankaner, the Motiwadi Royal Oasis has 12 opulent suites and an indoor swimming pool with an art-deco ambience. The step well at the Motiwadi Royal Oasis is a special attraction, with three underground storeys and fountains. The Motiwadi Royal Oasis at the Wankaner Palace is a delightfully cool retreat in summer.
Luxury Hotel Accommodation
'Live Life King size' if this is your life's desire or destination then you are at the right place. Make the abode of the kings, your home! The Heritage Hotels in India will offer you an exquisite experience carrying the old world charm along with the international standard of services and facilities. Each one of them reveals that the age does not wither nor stale the glory and grandeur of the royalty. The stay at any one of them will leave you feeling on the seventh heaven. You may take your pick from the spectacular fortifications on the hilltop to the lovely pulsating palace in the lake. Even the isolated and unapproachable hunting pavilion represents an example of hospitality. Most of the Heritage Hotels are located amidst picturesque surroundings. Each one of the Heritage Hotels lives by the ancient Sanskrit dictum 'Atithi Devo Bhava'. Which states that treat your guest as if he were God himself. Welcome to Heritage Hotels in India for have the time of your life.
The Heritage Hotels & Resorts are dotted on the map of India. Each Heritage Hotel offers a unique and distinctly 'local' experience and is either in a building of historic significance or takes in the best of its location. Take for example the Lake Palace of Udaipur that seems to be arising from the turquoise waters of Lake Pichola. It is for sure the dream in white. There is a fusion of tradition and trend at each of the Heritage Hotels in India. During your stay in any of Heritage Hotel you will sure be spell bound by the stupendous size and splendor. Experience the quaint old world charm in the most exciting way. You will fall in love with the lavish lifestyle.
The Heritage Hotels in India have mushroomed owing to several reasons. The rich architectural and cultural heritage lies preserved in them. The concept started from the royal state of Rajasthan where the predecessors of the royalty could not maintain the huge property. The mansions were converted into hotels to offer the traveler to the land a unique and unforgettable experience. The Heritage Hotels thus born were followed elsewhere in the country too. Many of them took years of pain for restoration, reconstruction and renovation to make the stay of the tourist memorable and mesmerizing. Today the families with the royal lineage greet you to their abodes as guests. Each of the Heritage Hotels in India is an ancestral home for some royals. The uniqueness of each Heritage Hotel exists because of the outstanding olden times, timeless traditions and the unparallel period. The warmth of the hospitable hosts and the charm of the old world when put together form the basis of the most blissful holiday you would have had in your lifetime.
You will enjoy the great treat of the tastefully and carefully revamped Heritage Hotels in India. The mix of the aesthetic and natural beauty with the comfort and convenience is amazing. The stay at any of the Heritage Hotels is enhanced by the presence of the charming chandeliers and walls full of painted portraits of the rulers along with the air-conditioning, sauna & Internet facilities. The ambience of the private home is created with the antique and rare framed photographs from the family on the walls these are reminiscent of the royal past. Usually the ethereal evenings are reserved for magical music and dashing dances. The blending of the two shall envelope your senses. You may even participate in these cultural activities along with the performers. The Heritage Hotels bring to life the true flavor of India.
The reflection of the royalty goes much beyond the décor in the Heritage Hotels of India. The meals in the menu remain the same as they were served generation ago. They are all prepared in a manner to pamper your palates. The stay at any of the Heritage Hotels in India will provide you the insight into the world of the royals, their customs and costumes. The entire life of the royal family used to be so lavish and luxurious. The hunting retreats, the gorgeous green gardens, the massive dining halls, the popular polo grounds, the happening heath clubs, the splendid swimming pools, the grand gymnasium, the bars and boutiques will capture your heart. The visit to the ancestral museums inside the various Heritage Hotels will reverse the time machine.
The Heritage Hotels in India are classified into three categories by the Department of Tourism, Government of India, namely, Grand Heritage, Classic Heritage and Heritage. Even three four decades ago the Grand Heritage Hotels existed like the Lake Palace in Udaipur, Rambagh in and Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur. Though today India boasts of almost 100 Heritage Hotels including the forts, palaces and havelis. Many of these Heritage Hotels in India have already played hosts to numerous dignitaries from the world over. You can experience the same hospitality as the Princess of Wales at your holiday at the Heritage Hotels across India.
We aim at bringing to you the best of the Heritage Hotels in India. The land of India is studded with countless magnificent forts, palaces and castles. For thousands of years the incomparable and inimitable land of India has lured distant travelers. We will ensure your holiday to be a happy one with several memorable times. Till today the magic lingers and the land beckons like no other in the world. It is the Heritage Hotels in India that open the doors to the truly traditional yet subtly contemporary estates to you. Ready for the authentic experience of the royal lineage? The sweet memories of your stay at the Heritage Hotels across India will be cherished for years to come. Realize your dreams in style with the stay at any of the Heritage Hotels. Savor the Heritage Hotels in India and travel in the past and live in the personalized styles befitting the Maharajas and the Maharanis. Hurry - the Heritage Hotels in India beckon....
The Heritage Hotels & Resorts are dotted on the map of India. Each Heritage Hotel offers a unique and distinctly 'local' experience and is either in a building of historic significance or takes in the best of its location. Take for example the Lake Palace of Udaipur that seems to be arising from the turquoise waters of Lake Pichola. It is for sure the dream in white. There is a fusion of tradition and trend at each of the Heritage Hotels in India. During your stay in any of Heritage Hotel you will sure be spell bound by the stupendous size and splendor. Experience the quaint old world charm in the most exciting way. You will fall in love with the lavish lifestyle.
The Heritage Hotels in India have mushroomed owing to several reasons. The rich architectural and cultural heritage lies preserved in them. The concept started from the royal state of Rajasthan where the predecessors of the royalty could not maintain the huge property. The mansions were converted into hotels to offer the traveler to the land a unique and unforgettable experience. The Heritage Hotels thus born were followed elsewhere in the country too. Many of them took years of pain for restoration, reconstruction and renovation to make the stay of the tourist memorable and mesmerizing. Today the families with the royal lineage greet you to their abodes as guests. Each of the Heritage Hotels in India is an ancestral home for some royals. The uniqueness of each Heritage Hotel exists because of the outstanding olden times, timeless traditions and the unparallel period. The warmth of the hospitable hosts and the charm of the old world when put together form the basis of the most blissful holiday you would have had in your lifetime.
You will enjoy the great treat of the tastefully and carefully revamped Heritage Hotels in India. The mix of the aesthetic and natural beauty with the comfort and convenience is amazing. The stay at any of the Heritage Hotels is enhanced by the presence of the charming chandeliers and walls full of painted portraits of the rulers along with the air-conditioning, sauna & Internet facilities. The ambience of the private home is created with the antique and rare framed photographs from the family on the walls these are reminiscent of the royal past. Usually the ethereal evenings are reserved for magical music and dashing dances. The blending of the two shall envelope your senses. You may even participate in these cultural activities along with the performers. The Heritage Hotels bring to life the true flavor of India.
The reflection of the royalty goes much beyond the décor in the Heritage Hotels of India. The meals in the menu remain the same as they were served generation ago. They are all prepared in a manner to pamper your palates. The stay at any of the Heritage Hotels in India will provide you the insight into the world of the royals, their customs and costumes. The entire life of the royal family used to be so lavish and luxurious. The hunting retreats, the gorgeous green gardens, the massive dining halls, the popular polo grounds, the happening heath clubs, the splendid swimming pools, the grand gymnasium, the bars and boutiques will capture your heart. The visit to the ancestral museums inside the various Heritage Hotels will reverse the time machine.
The Heritage Hotels in India are classified into three categories by the Department of Tourism, Government of India, namely, Grand Heritage, Classic Heritage and Heritage. Even three four decades ago the Grand Heritage Hotels existed like the Lake Palace in Udaipur, Rambagh in and Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur. Though today India boasts of almost 100 Heritage Hotels including the forts, palaces and havelis. Many of these Heritage Hotels in India have already played hosts to numerous dignitaries from the world over. You can experience the same hospitality as the Princess of Wales at your holiday at the Heritage Hotels across India.
We aim at bringing to you the best of the Heritage Hotels in India. The land of India is studded with countless magnificent forts, palaces and castles. For thousands of years the incomparable and inimitable land of India has lured distant travelers. We will ensure your holiday to be a happy one with several memorable times. Till today the magic lingers and the land beckons like no other in the world. It is the Heritage Hotels in India that open the doors to the truly traditional yet subtly contemporary estates to you. Ready for the authentic experience of the royal lineage? The sweet memories of your stay at the Heritage Hotels across India will be cherished for years to come. Realize your dreams in style with the stay at any of the Heritage Hotels. Savor the Heritage Hotels in India and travel in the past and live in the personalized styles befitting the Maharajas and the Maharanis. Hurry - the Heritage Hotels in India beckon....
