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The Bagh Resort, Bharatpur
The Bagh Resort, Bharatpur
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Bagh is a heritage hotel set in 12 acres two hundred year-old garden in Bharatpur
Rajasthan, it is located just four hours away from major destinations such as
Delhi, Jaipur and Gwalior. The Bagh offers visitors an opportunity to experience
quiet luxury near Keoladeo Ghana National Park, one of the most famous bird
sanctuaries in the world. The hotel's fourteen rooms are located in three different
residential complexes. A restaurant, banquet hall, coffee shop, library and
a gym, all situated in a verdant orchard, allow guests to enjoy solitude and
companionship in restful indoor and outdoor spaces. Each of the Bagh's fourteen
rooms is unique. Spacious bathrooms, luxurious fabrics, fine furnishings and
the amenities of modern technology let the weary traveler retreat and recoup
after a day of sightseeing and bird watching. Gulmohar, the main restaurant,
specializes in the wonderful vegetarian cuisine of the Braj region. An ayurvedic
massage or a lazy swim at the fully - equipped gym can further soothe and exhilarate
the body and the mind (to be ready shortly). With over fifty species of flora,
including fruiting trees and flowering plants which attract birds, small animals
and insects, guests can enjoy quiet walks in the garden and commune with nature.
The handsome buildings made in local stones are designed to merge with their
natural surroundings. Works by contemporary Indian women artists are displayed
throughout the complex. A stroll through the Bagh's garden and buildings leads
a visitor through the realms of nature and art. Keoladeo Ghana National Park
in Bharatpur hosts over three hundred fifty avian species and fifty different
mammals. After bird watching in Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur, a quiet afternoon
of studying natural history and ornithology awaits in the Bagh's extensive library.
Lectures and slide shows by eminent naturalists increase the pleasure of learning.
Experienced guides escort the guests on day excursions to nearby World Heritage
and pilgrimage Sights. Visitors can also enjoy the festivals and performances
that are celebrated with great delight in the Bagh.
The Bagh Resort Facilities : The Bagh garden complex has 2.5 kilometers
of walkways for guests to stroll and discover the delights of nature and art.
MAYUR : The entrance block comprises of a reception area, a café
and gift shop. The café offers a range of refreshing brews and delicious
snacks. The gift sells a variety of art and craft items as well as local treats.
CHAMPA, MOGRA AND GULAB BHAVANS : The three residential complexes comprise
a total of fourteen spacious rooms, and have in-room entertainment. Other services
such as laundry and wake-up call are available.
GULMOHAR : The restaurant specialize in Satvik vegetarian cuisine and
delicacies from the Braj region, There is also a select offering of other dishes.
MORCHALLI : The banquet hall host private events and dinners.
MAHUA : The outdoor bar serves an assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic
and drinks with light snacks. Musicians perform for the guest's pleasure.
SURKHAAB : The vintage garage houses three vintage cars, including a
1946 Chrysler Plymouth, a1918 Model T Ford and a 1938 ten Series III Morris
as well as a Triumph 1938 motorcycles.
SHEESHAM : The recreational complex fully equipped gym and swimming pool.
Ayurvedic message and other treatments are available at the spa. This is presently
under development.
SEMAL : The learning center has a library where naturalists and historians
present slide lectures and conduct discussions. The amphitheater is used for
yoga sessions as well as for performances. This is presently under development.
The Bagh organises visits to place of interest within Bharatpur such as the
Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the old fort, the museum and the archaeological
site at Noh, as well as guide excursions to place within a two hours radius
outside Bharatpur. These sites include Deeg, Bund Baretta sanctuary, archaeological
sites at Sonkh, Bayana, Rupwas and Kumher, the pilgrimage centres of Brindavan,
Govardhan, Mathura, Barsana and of course, World Heritage sites such as the
Taj Mahal at Agra and Fatehpur Sikri.
Reaching The Bagh Resort
Air: Nearest airport Agra (54 kms) from Bharatpur, Agra has daily flights
for Delhi, Bombay, Varanasi (via Khajuraho) and Lucknow.
Rail: Bharatpur is on the main Delhi - Bombay line with regular connections
to Mathura, Sawai Madhopur and Kota on the same route. It is also connected
with Agra.
Road: Bharatpur is well connected by road with Agra, Mathura, Delhi and
Jaipur. Regular bus services operate for all major cities.
Road distance to important places from Bharatpur : Agra 55 kms Fatehpur Sikri
22 Kms Mathura 39 Kms Delhi 184 kms Jaipur 176 kms Alwar 117 kms.
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