
Sardargarh, one of the magnificent forts
of Rajasthan, is an extravagant creation by men of a bygone era, placed
amidst the mountains and deep forests of Chuppun. Sardar Singh, one of
the most powerful Dhodhias, built the Sardargarh Fort during 1738 to
1743. You can see the ramparts of the mystery filled Sardargarh, like a
great ship anchored at outer sea, much before you get close to the
gigantic walls soaring high above the low lying village of Lawa.
Magnificent fort of Sardargarh is situated 94km north from Udaipur.
The emblem of the Sardar Singh family was
a rising sun and a sword. Beneath that, they always wrote,
"Work is thy duty, reward is not thy concern".
The contours of the fort which is
spread over three lacs square feet beautifully blend with those of the
Aravalli hills. To the north of the fort, lies Manohar Sagar, a large
lake which gets filled to the brim during monsoon. The gateways to the
fort are massive reinforced marble structures built to withstand
marauding armies, elephants and cannon volleys. These gateways are known
as Pols. The Suraj Pol or Sun Gate is the main exterior gateway while
Chand Pol or the Moon Gate is the interior one, located just opposite to
it. Sardargarh Heritage Hotel offers a breath-taking view on its all
sides.
Facilities & Dining
At Sardargarh Heritage Hotel the Durbar
Hall offers a charming vista of the village and looming over the horizon
is the imposing Aravalli Hill range. The beautiful places within the
fort include Mohan Prakash, Moti Mahal, Zenana Mahal, Chomkha Chowk,
Suraj Mahal, Wadi Mahal, Khushal Mahal, Dil Kushal and Hawa Mahal... all
are splendid architectural creations, silently narrating the heroic
exploits of the Dhodhias. The palaces are exquisite specimens of Rajput
architecture with a touch of Moghul influence. The bath area, gardens
and granaries, underground passage system personal apartments and public
audience halls... all provide a picturesque contrast between the
exigencies of defence and the flamboyance of prosperous peace.
Apart from various Indian and
continental cuisine, Sardargarh will provide mouth-watering Mewari
dishes too in the dining area at the roof top open terrace.
While having a candlelight dinner at
the terrace top, Rajasthani folk singers and dancers, will entertain you
with their unique music and dance, more or less the same way as their
ancestors entertained the royal family members and guests some 250 years
ago.
Accommodation
The well-enclosed Zenana, with
apartments for the royal ladies around a communal Rang Mahal and
surmounted by extensive roof terraces, is part of the Heritage Hotel
now. Each suite here is personalized by the name of the queen resided in
it and is also decorated in the queen’s favourite colour. Sardargarh
will have 21 rooms which are suites, each room having a name of the
brides married to Sardar Singh's extended family.
...Room View...


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