Ramathra, Rajasthan, India

On the fringes of the Daang Plateau in eastern Rajasthan, Ramathra Fort occupies a superbly remote location. From a canopied seat on its ramparts, you can gaze across a sweeping expanse of mustard fields, wooded hills and acacia scrub to Kalisil Lake glinting in the distance.

The sunrise and sunset views are especially wonderful, and provide a welcome counterpoint to the frenzy of Agra and Jaipur, both only a day’s drive away. Accommodation comes in gorgeous suites inside the fort itself – some with private balconies, log fires and their own al fresco bathrooms – or half a dozen luxury hunting tents dotted around the lawns.