Prime Attractions :
The Ornate Palace - 40kms northwest from Jaipur
is the splendid Samode Palace set amidst fairytale
surroundings. Its history goes back more than four and
half centuries. Prithviraj Singh ji of Amber, the
seventeenth Prince of the house of Kachhawaha Rajputs,
had awarded Samode to one of his twelve sons, Gopal
Singhji, along with the hereditary title of Rawal Saheb.
Nestled picturesquely amidst rugged hills, Samode Palace
with its stately grandeurand frescoed walls is one of
the most impressive small palaces in whole of Rajasthan. |
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The palace is full of architectural delights - the
paintings on the walls of Sultan Mahal, the dinning room
with its stained glass windows, the Durbar Hall with its
painted ceilings and intricately carved walls. The
chandeliers give the palace its old world charm. The
Palace has a front lawn, terrace and boasts of hosting
number of incentives every year. Encircled by hills,it is
a refreshing treat with spectacular landscapes. The
400-year-old palace has a wealth of frescoes, many of them
depicting religious subjects.The ornate interiors are a
fine example of the Rajput haveli architecture. |
Samode Bagh -
Builtmore than 400 years ago by Rawal Sheo Singhji, it
is modelled on the geometric style of the Mughal Garden.
Members of the Samode family came here to enjoy rare
moments of privacy and relax in the airy pavilions,
surrounded by rippling water fountains. A special
feature of the stay here is the accommodation being
provided in the tents. Meeting point at the Bagh is the
elegantly furnished Durbar tent. Dune coloured tents,
all luxuriously furnished with every comfort, the lawns,
fruit trees, grape vines, and the flowering shrubs make
the stay here a memorable one. Evenings come alive with
local folk music and dances in the magic of a camp fire.
One can swim in the private pool or take camel rides to
explore the countryside. Other entertainment activities
available here include camel safaris, a visit tothe
village and the Samode Palace which is just 3 kms away.
Samode Palace -
The history of Samode Palace goes
back to more than four and a half centuries.Prithviraj
Singhji of Amber, the seventeenth prince of the house of
Kachhawah Rajputs, had awarded Samode to one of his twelve
sons - Gopal Singhji alongwith the hereditary title of Rawal
Saheb. Set cosily in the scenic rocky hills, Samode Palace
with its stately majesty opens a grand journey into the
glorious past through its frescoed corridors. The palace is
full of architectural delights. The birds, animals and
flowers painted onthe walls of the Sultan Mahal, the dining
room with its stained glass windows and its collection of
old family portraits, the Durbar Hall with its painted
ceilings and intricately carved walls and beautiful
chandeliers,give this palace its ethnic charm. Each room is
done up in traditional Rajasthani style and the antique
furniture blends well with the surroundings. A traditional
welcome with camel carts, buggies, elephants and local
musicians is organized on preference. Camel safaris are
available. |
Samode
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