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Small Boutique Hotels India - Locations in India
Small Boutique Hotels India aims to provide travelers with a choice of the best boutique hotels in the most sought after destinations of India.
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New Delhi - Capital of India
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Delhi, capital city of the Republic of India is one of India's fastest growing cities. It has sprawled over the West Bank of the river Yamuna and has two distinct parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi. It is well linked by rail, air and road to all parts of the country. Delhi has some of the finest museums in the country. Delhi blends a historic past and a vibrant present. Legend has it that the Pandavas, the heroes of the epic Mahabharata, originally founded Delhi, then called Indraprastha, around 1200 B.C. Delhi- the commercial hub has many tourist attractions to offer. Visit vibrant shopping complex of Connaught Place, Delhi Haat for handicraft goods and delicious food bonanza. Pay a visit to Red Fort and Qutub Minar to view the excellence of Mughal architecture. Exploring the city can be a fascinating and rewarding experience.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Claridges | The Imperial
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Kerala - God's Own Country
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With the Arabian Sea on the west, the western ghats towering 500 - 2700m on the east - Kerala is networked by forty-four rivers. The name means "land of coconuts" and the palms shade nearly cover the entire state from the tropical sun; many call the beach at Kovalam the best in India, tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters, lush green hill stations and exotic wildlife, ayurvedic health resorts, enchanting art forms, magical festivals, historic and cultural monuments, an exotic cuisine… all of which offers a unique experience. Kerala is one of the ten 'Paradises Found' declared by the National Geographic Traveler, for its diverse geography and overwhelming greenery. It is a land much acclaimed for the contemporary nature of its cultural ethos, and much appreciated for the soothing, rejuvenating paradise that it is.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Shalimar Spice Garden | Surya Samudra | Raincountryresort, Kerala |The Malabar House, Fort Cochin
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Rajasthan - Land of Kings & Princes
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Located on the northeast borders of India, Rajasthan stretches out in to the Thar Desert. Rajasthan, literally translated as the land of kings & princes, is the ultimate confluence of history, chivalry, romance, rugged natural beauty, art & crafts and colour. The magic of Rajasthan is unequalled in the world for its heritage, culture, safaris, sand dunes and lush green forests with its wildlife. Rajasthan is action-packed with outdoors too; take a safari on horses, camels, elephants or even jeeps with the Aravalis - India's oldest mountain range in the backdrop, or caress your eyes on the sloppy sand dunes, or trail a tiger or just watch birds on wetland. Or you can choose to pamper yourself in the lavish heritage boutique properties. Take part in the vibrant dances with swords & swirling skirts, with lamps & horses. Rajasthan has something for everyone, just choose your activity. Live like a prince in the land of kings & princes.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Aodhi - Kumbhalgarh | Bhanwar Niwas - Bikaner | Deogarh Mahal - Deogarh | Devigarh - Delwara | Fateh Prakash Palace - Udaipur | Gajner Palace - Bikaner | Hill Fort Kesroli - Kesroli | Laxmi Vilas Palace - Bharatpur | Neemrana Fort Palace - Neemrana | RajVilas - Jaipur | Sardar Samanda - Pali |mandir Palace Jaislmer | Udai Bilas - Dungarpur | UdaiVilas - Udaipur | VanyaVilas - Ranthambore | Royal Camp, Pushkar | Sariska Tiger Heaven, Alwar | Umed Bhawan Palace, Kota | Royal Camp, Nagaur Fort | Maharani Bagh Orchard Retreat, Ranakpur | Lal Niwas Phalodi | Khimsar Fort, Khimsar | Khimsar Sand Dunes Village, Khimsar | Karni Fort Bambora | Connaught House, Mount Abu | Bassi Fort, Chittorgarh | Bal Samand Garden Retreat,Jodhpur | Bal Samand Lake Palace Jodhpur | Laxmi Vilas Palace, Bharatpur | Ramgarh Lodge, Jaipur
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Uttaranchal - The Himalayan Retreat
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Uttaranchal is blessed with magnificent glaciers, majestic snow-clad mountains, gigantic and majestic peaks, valley of flowers, skiing slopes and dense forests travel to Uttaranchal is a dream come true. A pious destination for the religious with the four most sacred and revered Hindu sites Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri nestled in the mighty mountains; a challenging destination for the adventure seekers with sports that are offered like River Rafting, mountaineering, skiing and trekking; and a picturesque destination for the nature lovers with breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas, and the lovely valley of flowers. Most of the famous hill stations other than the Capital of the state Dehradun, like Mussorie and Nainital are situated in Uttaranchal. The Corbett National Park and the Rajaji wildlife park famous for its Tigers and wildlife is another reason to visit the state. No part of the state lacks in the natural splendour that Mother Nature has bestowed on the state and travel to Uttaranchal certainly leaves behind the most beautiful memories.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Ananda Spa - Rishikesh | Kasmanda Palace - Mussoorie | Palace Belvedere, Nainital | Corbett Ramganga Resort Corbett | Kalmatia Sangam, Almora | Rosemount, Ranikhet |Claridges Naini Retreat, Nainital
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Agra - Land of the Taj
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Agra is famous as being home to one of the seven wonders of the world - the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid remainder of the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. A pleasant town with comparatively slow pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble by craftsmen supposedly the descendants of those who worked under the Mughals on the Taj. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes. Agra continued to retain its importance and Shah Jehan, Akbar's grandson ornamented the city with that masterpiece of Mughal architecture - the Taj Mahal and built several other beautiful buildings within the Agra fort. The city is a virtual gateway to a world of discovery… a freeze-frame from a resplendent era that's long since gone by.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Amar Vilas
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West Bengal - Gateway to Eastern India
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Kolkata, on-the-Hooghly, retains the aura of days long gone, weaving the past and the present, the intense and the fun loving into a charming fabric. Home to four Nobel laureates - Ronald Ross, Rabindranath Tagore, Mother Teresa and Amartya Sen, Kolkata is the nerve centre of intellect and human values, where many modern movements began in art, cinema and theatre, science and industry. India's quest for freedom began here. Kolkata is the gateway to Eastern India. A city with a rich heritage, bustling streets and bewildering variety of facets. From October to March, Kolkata wears a radiant look. Sunshine, mild winter, lights, colours, fairs, festivals, galas and excursions, the mood is infectious and spirit sweeping.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Oberoi Grand, Kolkata | Windamere, Darjeeling
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Gujarat Birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi
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Situated on the western part of the Indian sub-continent, Gujarat derives its name 'Gujaratta' meaning the land of Gurjars. The Gurjars passed through Punjab and settled in some parts of Western India, which came to be known as Gujarat. Gujarat today offers a wide range of the most spectacular attractions - which includes breathtaking locations and scenic landscapes. Gujarat is home to several architectural marvels, witnesses of its glorious history and pilgrim centres for many faiths. Finally, it is also the land of several mythological & historical figures like the legendary Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi the apostle of non-violence.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information The House of MG
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Goa - Sun, Sand and Beaches
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Goa, on the west coast of India is a land of swaying palms, miles of golden sands, lush greenery, an incredible cultural heritage, magnificent churches, temples and monuments and a unique cultural synthesis of the east and west.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Pousada Tauma | Siolim House
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Karnataka - Where Carnatic Music flows
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Situated in the southern part of India, the state of Karnataka spreads over the Deccan Plateau. Its language is Kannada & its people are known as kannadigas. The three distinct regions are a narrow coastal area along Arabian Sea; high hills, the Western Ghats; & sprawling plains towards the east. Karnataka is popularly known for Carnatic Music through out the World. Karnataka is also known as the Capital of Agarbathi (Incense Sticks), Arecanut, Silk, Coffee and Sandal Wood. Karnataka was known as Karunadu (elevated land) in ancient times.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Holiday Village - Bangalore | School Estate - Coorg | Fernhills Palace, Ooty | Regency Villas Palace, Ooty | Rajendra Villas Palace, Mysore
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Himachal Pradesh - High Mountains and Passes
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Himachal Pradesh is a "mountain state" and a delight for visitors, particularly during the summer season when people flock to this tiny hill station to escape the scorching heat of the plains. The winding roads and high passes link its high mountains and valleys are the high points of a visit to this state. While the picturesque valleys of Kullu and Kangra are a blend of colours, in marked contrast the stark and barren terrain of Lahaul and Spiti have a stunning moonscape like beauty. The State is bordered by Jammu & Kashmir on North, Punjab on West and Southwest, Haryana on South, Uttar Pradesh on Southeast and China on the East.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Banon Resorts - Manali | Chalets - Naldehra, Shimla | Taragarh Palace, Palampur | Solang Valley Resort, Manali | Judge’s Court, Pragpur | Grace Cottage, Dharamshala | Woodville Palace Shimla | Chapslee, Shimla
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Maharashtra - Land of Warriors
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Located in the northern center of peninsular India, Maharashtra is surrounded by the Arabian sea in the west, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh on the north, Madhya Pradesh in the east and Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh on the south. Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra, which derives its name from the Goddess Mumba Devi. Mughal rulers from Delhi tried their best to keep this region under their control. From the middle of the 17th century, a new group of warrior people came to dominate the scene in Maharashtra and elsewhere in India called Marathas.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Gordon House - Mumbai
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Madhya Pradesh - The Heart of India
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Madhya Pradesh is called the "heart of India" not only because of its location in the centre of the country, but has been home to the cultural heritage of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam. Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stupas, forts and palaces are dotted all over the State. The natural beauty of Madhya Pradesh is equally varied.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Amar Mahal - Orchha | Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge, Bandhavgarh | Fort Amla, Ujjain | Kanha Jungle Lodge, Kanha | Noor-Us-Sabah Palace, Bhopal
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Punjab - Land of Five Waters
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Punjab, located in the north west of India, is one of the smallest and the most prosperous states of India. The five rivers Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab and Jhelum gave it its name 'punj-ab' or the 'land of five waters'. Punjab is primarily an agricultural state and enjoys the natural benefits of fertile soils and abundant waters. The Punjabi language has its origins in the Indo-European family of languages, which also included Persian and Latin. A land of ethnic and religious diversity, it is the birthplace of Sikhism.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Ranjit’s Svaasa
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Jammu & Kashmir - Heaven on Earth
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Strategically located, the State of Jammu and Kashmir constitutes the northern most extremity of India. Situated between 32.17 degree and 36.58 degree north latitude and 37.26 degree and 80.30 degree east longitude, the total area of the State is 2,222,236 sq. kms including 78,114 sq kms under the illegal occupation of Pakistan and 42,685 sq kms under that of China, of which Pakistan illegally handed over 5,130 sq kms to China. The State is bounded by Pakistan, Afghanistan and China from the West to the East. The State is well connected with rest of the country by air, rail and road. The Indian Airlines and private airlines operate regular flights to Srinagar, Jammu and Leh.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Gurkha Houseboats, Srinagar | Hotel Shambha La, Ladakh
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Haryana - Indian village
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As the cradle of the ancient Vedic Civilization, the 5000-year-old history of Haryana is full of glory. It was here in Haryana, that Lord Krishna taught us about Karma and Dharma through "The Bhagwad Gita". It was here that Ved Vyas wrote Mahabharat (in Sanskrit) on the banks of Saraswati River. Recent archeological excavations in sites like Kunal and Banawali, are adding much more to our knowledge of Haryana's history. Haryana has a rich variety of craft, folk dances and fairs & festivals. Haryana lies in the northern part of India and is bordered by the Indian states of Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttaranchal, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Sheikhpura Kothi, Haryana
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Diu
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The districts of Daman & Diu became a Union Territory after de-linking from Goa, which attained statehood on May 30, 1987. Daman is separated from Gujarat by the Kolak river in the north and the Kalai river in the south. On its west is the Arabian sea. The main river Daman Ganga divides the town into two parts Moti Daman in the south and Nani Daman in the north.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information Resort Hoka Diu
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Pondicherry
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The inherent ambience of Pondy, as Pondicherry is fondly called, becomes most evident in the oldest part of the town, which flanks the seashore boulevard. Colonial buildings, some which trace back to the 18th century, line along a grid of straight clean streets and house the French institutions, private homes and businesses, and the sprawling premises of the famous Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Mellow colours of cream, yellow, pink and grey greet the visitor with flamboyant bougainvillea bursting over gates and compound walls of cool courtyards. Quiet beaches and peaceful resorts to the north and south balance the town's bustling, yet easy going life.
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Click on the hotel name to book or find out more information De L'Orient, Pondicherry
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