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Friday, Nov 26, 2004
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Resorts & Amusement Parks Taj Hotel Resorts extends presence in Rajasthan in a regal manner Our Bureau
Mumbai , Nov. 25 TAJ Hotels Resorts and Palaces has extended its presence in Rajasthan by entering into a management contract for the Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur. Among the last of India's great palaces, Umaid Bhawan was also one of the largest royal residences in the world when it opened in 1943. It is built entirely in golden yellow sandstone. Umaid Bhawan Palace was converted into a hotel in 1977 with luxurious suites and rooms. The present maharaja of Jodhpur, Gajsingh and the royal family, continue to reside in what was formerly the `zenana', a private wing for the ladies of the royal household. "This splendid palace has a private museum, its own post office and an elegant wood-panelled library. The palace also offers recreational facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, a billiards room, four tennis courts, two unique marble-floored squash courts and 15 acres of gardens. "Currently, Taj Hotels will operate Umaid Bhawan Palace with 30 rooms and 15 suites. In future, the palace will feature 70 rooms and suites and a Taj spa," an official statement from the Taj, said today.
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