Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Rising like a vision from Gormenghast, Bishangarh epitomizes the grandeur and extravagance of princely Rajasthan. A 230-year-old warrior fort converted into a luxury hotel, Bishangarh Fort can be seen from miles away and is the epitome of romance and luxury in India. Its restoration has been done delicately and with consideration for the site's history. Unlike many restored palaces, now luxury hotels, Bishangarh Fort is simpler and more modern—a nod to its use for war. 

Large guest rooms enjoy sweeping countryside views and come equipped with big bathrooms and footed baths. The spa can be found in the old dungeon, carved out of granite rocks, giving it a type of quiet unique to this hotel.

With multiple restaurants, what can't be picked from the organic garden, fruit orchard, or greenhouse is sourced locally for fresh flavours like no other. A candle-lit meal on the open-air terrace at night is one of Bishangarh Fort's exclusive experiences—food is cooked in sand pits and over open flames.

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