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Founded in the mid 18th
century Manawa skyline today is dominated by an imposing mirage like
fort now a heritage hotel that is maintained in the classic medieval
theme with the modern luxuries. The painted archway is painted with
interesting forms of paintings of Lord Krishna and his cowherds. The
sprawling architecture houses a different theme in different wings.
The spacious rooms are adorned by intricate interior wall paintings
and mirror work with open terrace that offers a panoramic view of
the whole town. The women folks of the Mandawa family who lived in a
royal style once used this floor. The ambiences of those years still
linger around the rooms. The Mandawa family has a unique collection
of their preserved paintings and antiques that adorn the main huge
hall in the centre of the castle, originally the durbar hall and now
an exotic lounge. The ceremonial costumes of the family collection
and the precious arms with handle of jade and beautiful curios
brought by the British as a gift for the nobles are well placed like
a showcase of a museum. The hotel is well equipped with modern
facilities in an ethnic set-up. A night stay is an experience in
itself with thematic evenings and oriented and medieval cuisine. The
warm hospitality is touching.
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