Ghanerao is a magical, chic shadow of its lavish former self: an insight into the lot of the modern Indian prince. Its architecture is picturesque , calm and dignified .
Its brilliant location in a remote, unspoiled corner of Rajasthan make it a great place to stay particularly for outings to Kumbhalgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary and the Jain temples of Ranakpur.
Ghanerao Royal Castle of Rajasthan is situated in the Ghanerao region, near Kumbhalgarh. Gopal Das Rathore got the castle built in the year 1606. Ghanerao Castle consists of a number of graceful sandstone havelis and marble bastions.
Numerous Rajput miniature paintings adorn the walls of this magnificent castle built in typical Rajput architectural style. Beautifully carved lattice friezes and chandeliered rooms are the other impressive features of this castle.
Cannon balls strikes have marked some of the boundary walls of the Ghanerao Royal Castle. There are also the splendid cenotaphs of the former rulers and warriors near the castle.
Thakur Sajjan Singh, along with his son, Kr. Himmat Singh turned the castle into a heritage hotel. Each of the room of the Ghanerao Royal Castle Hotel of Rajasthan is different from the other with balconies, verandahs and terraces.
The restaurants in the hotel are conventionally decorated and serve a wide range of cuisines including traditional Rajasthani dishes. Ghanerao Royal Castle Heritage Hotel, near Kumbhalgarh, also provides facilities like Jeep safaris and sightseeing tours to nearby places including Kumbalgarh Fort, Wildlife Sanctuary, ancient Jain Temples, etc.
Location :
Airport : 110, Railway Station : 30, Bus Stand : 1.
