Neemrana is an ancient historical town in Alwar district of Rajasthan, India, situated just 122 km from Delhi on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway.It has a centuries old fort, built sometime in 15th century by the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan, who had fled Delhi in 1192 after he was vanquished in battle by Muhammad Ghori. Neemrana’s rulers, proud of lineage, continued to assert themselves, even under the British, as their kingdom suffered. Thus, their lands were clipped and given away to Alwar, Patiala, Nabha and others who entertained the viceroys of the Raj with Shikar and Champagne breakfasts. The Chauhans would bow to none.
Neemrana fort is spread across eleven vertical levels, intertwined with each other, making the place look like amazing for a first time visitor even for repeat client. It’s recommendable in the winters, but so much more delightful and romantic in the monsoons!!
We had one night stay in this magnificent
Neemrana Fort , the rooms are very nice.
We stayed in Jalaj Mahal. Tucked below the Panch Mahal and overlooking the medieval rainwater body, this small set of three tiny rooms is named after the ‘lotus’, represented in the art within the room. It has an interesting bathroom which overhangs on a balcony exposing some of the rocks of the Aravalli plateau on which the Fort-Palace sits.There
is basic lighting in the room and there are no phones or televisions.
Food served is a combination of Rajasthani and continental and is served exclusively for the people who live in the fort. They serve evening tea on a terrace which makes fort the backdrop. You can enjoy the tea sitting on the colourful cushions on the parapet of the fort overlooking the Neemrana village while the sun is getting ready to retire for the day.
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| Jalaj Mahal |
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| Jalaj Mahal Bedroom |
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| Flute Player in Neemrana Fort |
There is Rajasthani music in the
late evening by the local artists, which repeats itself and can probably have
some diversity. Artists try
to involve the guests in the music and dance and
lot of people do enjoy being involved. Dinner is set in a romantic setup with
light music and the staff taking care of all your needs. The fort gives an
entirely different look at night with interesting lighting highlighting some
parts that you may overlook otherwise.
The place is
usually sold out, so you have to plan a bit in advance especially if you plan
to be there on a weekend.
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Author: Waseem
Raja
Date:18 March 2012
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