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Roopanagarh Fort

Roopangarh  Code No- AT-RJ29

Roopanagarh Fort, A Heritage Royal Resort

A Heritage Royal Resort

Built in AD 1648 and called after himself, the town and Fort of Roopangarh was constructed by Maharaja Roop Singh of Kishangarh State between the mind - 17th to 18th centuries. This is called the 'Golden Period' of Kishangarh Art and Culture, and saw to the flourishing of the world famous school of Miniature Paintings. Originally a nine turreted Fort, it has been built over and added on by several generations and the different styles can still be seen in the structure. Now beautifully restored and renovated into a hotel, it is the first 'War-Fort' to have been done so. The nineteen large rooms are individually and tastefully decorated, keeping in mind the history and heritage surrounding it. HISTORY - A.D. 1611: Kishangarh - where every inch of land was conquered by a brave lineage of Kings; who after many a glorious battle and heroic sacrifices, established their kingdom. A.D.1649: Roopangarh - they made it their seat of power. Strategally located on the main Moghul route-bordering the desert and the vast plains of Sambhar Lake - 'ROOPANGARH FORT' became the hub of activity. Within its nine turreted fortification were made foundries, armouries, granaries, underground passages, jails and palaces. The best of architecture, music poetry and painting were patronised and refined at a court where the delicate touch of its artists transcribed the beauty of living to exquisite miniature paintings, known today as 'The Kishangarh School'.

A.D. 1997: The present Maharaja Brajraj Singh (20th generation of direct descent since the founder), opens this majestic Fort to received discerning travellers who enjoy a sense of history and seek a story from the silent walls.

Accommodation 

The delicate mausoleum of the 12th century 'Saint Sultan Pir', overlooks the main terrace.
The distinctive ambience of an individually appointed deluxe room. The combined atmosphere of this magnificent '17th Century War Fort' and the Palace within is intoxicating. Added to this are splendid views from the massive terrace on the higher level of the Fort.

The 'Queen's Suite' still recalls, faint echoes of the softer footfall, the whisper of silk, of romance and intrigue of the Zenana., Decorated with arms found during the restoration work, this room reflects a heroic past., The double height 'Durbar Hall', now the dining room - has latticed windows above for the Queens to view the proceedings below.
15 Double Rooms, 4 Single Rooms, 1 Queen's Suite. Each with large terraces and all modern amenities.

 Restaurant

The finest Kishangarh cuisine, age old recipes handed down over generations.

Tariffs   Effective from 1-Oct-2001 to 30-Sep-2002
     
     
     

Any Taxes levied by the Government will be extra.

Facilities 


 Explore the Fort and its historic surroundings
 Experience Roopangarh village - a quite nook of rural    India with its Crafts,  Traditions and Festivities.
 Birdwatching at Sambhar Lake Salt Flats and see the    traditional methods of salt-panning.
 Ramble on the bylanes of the old city of Kishangarh    and watch painters work on cloth, paper, wood    and    marble.
 Safari horse, camel or jeep into the countryside of    Karkeri where exquisite cenotaphs exist.
 Day trips to the marble quarries of Makrana. Shop for    artifacts.
 Colourful Cattle fairs of Pushkar, Nagaur and Parbatsar.
 Gala evenings at the fort with traditional folk dances, music and cultural shows.

Conference Facilities, Doctor on call. Library, Tennis, Croquet. Indoor
games. Laundry. Transport facilities I.S.D./STD Telephone.

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Tele : +91-11-41612107, 26823836. Mobile: 9810002772, 9910002772.
 

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