Alsisar Mahal
Jhunjhunu, India
Alsisar District, Jhunjhunu, India, 331025
Original Property Opened in 1737
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2012
Located in the modest arid village of Alsisar, just a short distance from Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan, the heritage-rich Alsisar Mahal palace is an oasis sitting luminously among the battle-hardened desert surroundings. Claimed in 1737 by the ancestors of current heir Thakur Gaj Singhji, the brilliant Alsisar Mahal is the most recent addition to the Alsisar Group of Hotels. The group is known to feature ideal properties for experiencing the regal history of India. The magnificent architecture and the mesmerizing interiors, including antique furniture, intricately carved poster beds, and delicate Rajasthani motifs, create a luxurious ambiance fit for royalty. Alsisar Mahal is a spectacular retreat featuring splendid views over the village boasting beautifully appointed suites, a durbar hall converted into a modern fine-dining establishment, and enchanting lawns and pool. The expansive serene courtyards and gardens lend a distinctive character to transport guests into the romance and grandeur of its dignified era.
Discover
- Admire the historic structures that line the streets of Alsisar. This amazing community is only a half-hour away from the regional capital of Jhunjhunu.
- Choose from a series of unique suites situated within the past residence of Thakur, the feudal lord of Alsisar, who claimed it in 1737. This palace houses a wonderful array of fresco paintings that survived bombing during British rule.
- Discover the magnificent architecture and mesmerizing interiors, antique furniture, intricately carved poster beds, and delicate Rajasthani motifs. The Alsisar Mahal is the most recent addition to the Alsisar Group, a property holding company known for displaying the regal history of India.
Explore
- Explore the quaint village of Alsisar, a great place to wander on foot and experience local rural life, starting with the area's many family cenotaphs: empty tombs and monuments erected to honor individual family members and groups whose remains are buried elsewhere in the region.
- See the Dr. Ramnath A. Podar Haveli Museum. This museum is dedicated to The Anandilal Podar Charitable Society, a charitable trust devoted to ongoing social education and once headed by Mahatma Gandhi as the first Chairman Trustee of the Society.
- Walk a short distance north of the Dr. Ramnath A. Podar Haveli Museum and visit the Kamal Morarka Haveli Museum to see its well-preserved murals of Shiva, Parvati, Krishna and Jesus.
Experience
- Experience the juxtaposition of the brilliantly painted mansions of the local community and its arid surroundings, which are accessible through Rajasthan Desert Tours.
- Examine an impressive array of frescoes depicting the classic and modern history of the region within Alsisar Mahal, from ancient feudal wars to the advent of the plane, train, camera and automobile.
- Visit Khetri Mahal, also known as the Wind Palace. As a classic example of palace architecture in the state of Jhunjhunu, Khetri Mahal is a popular ruin among both tourists and locals in the region.
Taste
- Enjoy cultural entertainment at Alsisar Mahal every evening, including Rajasthani music, art, and dance, accompanied by local, homemade cuisine.
- Savor a beloved local dish known as chole bhature. This meal consists of spicy chickpeas and deep-fried flour bread that is typically served alongside onions, pickles, and green chutney.
- Taste another classic Indian dish called rogan josh. Orignially from Kashmir, rogan josh is a lamb dish that is prepared with a variety of rich spices. This delicious meal is typically served with a generous helping of boiled rice.
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