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Built
in 1464 AD by king Raj Dev, Neemrana Fort-Palace is one of India's
oldest heritage resorts. The Fort palace is sited on a majestic
plateau, concealed within the Aravalli ranges. The stepped palaces
of this architectural jewel are cut into the hillside, sprawling
over 3 acres. This picturesque site was chosen by Raja Rajdeo
and Neemrana derived its name from a brave local chieftain Nimola
Meo, who when defeated by the Chauhans, pleaded that his name
be given to his lost kingdom. From 1986, the ruins of this Fort-Palace
have been sensitively restored and reconstructed to provide the
world with one of the finest heritage hotels of India. It is Rajasthan's
closest palace from New Delhi, situated at 122 kms on the Delhi-Jaipur
highway - only 100 kms from Delhi's international airport.
The
rooms are furnished with an assorted mix of Indian and colonial
furniture, antiques and curious. Most rooms have private balconies
or terraces. All the 40 rooms (33 double beds and 38 Single Beds)
spread over 10 levels, are equipped with modern amenities. The
hotel has numerous restaurants. Breakfasts and snacks are served
at Raj Mahal and Hawa Mahal while lunches & dinners are hosted
at AAm Khas, Panch Mahal, Amaltasse, Aranya Mahal, Holi Kund and
Maha Burj. The other facilities extended by the Neemrana Fort
are free yoga and meditation exercises, guided tours of the Fort,
ayuervedic rejuvenation and other holistic treatment, swimming
pool, jacuzzi, library, trekking and camel and jeep safaris.
An
ideal getaway, Neemrana Fort and Palace brings alive the splendor
of the royal past.
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