Friday, June 5, 2009

Friday's Escape:Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur, India

Happy Friday, Everyone! Ross Oscar Knight, one of my favorite Atlanta wedding photographers, posted an Indian/American fusion wedding recently, utterly gorgeous by the way. His incredible images sparked today's Friday Escape trip. The Taj Lake Palace is a luxuriously opulent resort on Lake Pichola in Udaipur.

"Rising out of the Lake Pichola, the Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur evokes a sense of magic and mysticism. The floating palace is a dream of white marble and mosaic glistening in the moonlight, reminiscent of the most beautiful tourist cliché in the world; the Taj Mahal. Conceived in romance, the palace was built in 1746 by Maharana Jagat Singh II, 62nd successor to the royal dynasty of Mewar – believed to be descendants of the Sun God.

Set against the backdrop of the majestic Aravalli Hills on one side of the lake, and regal palaces on the other, the Taj Lake Palace spreads across a four-acre island – an almost surreal vision in marble. The Taj Lake Palace holds fast to the majestic traditions of the Indian royalty with offering the most sophisticated facilities and services. From the property's site:

"Rising out of the Lake Pichola, the Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur evokes a sense of magic and mysticism. The floating palace is a dream of white marble and mosaic glistening in the moonlight, reminiscent of the most beautiful tourist cliché in the world; the Taj Mahal. Conceived in romance, the palace was built in 1746 by Maharana Jagat Singh II, 62nd successor to the royal dynasty of Mewar – believed to be descendants of the Sun God.
Set against the backdrop of the majestic Aravalli Hills on one side of the lake, and regal palaces on the other, the Taj Lake Palace spreads across a four-acre island – an almost surreal vision in marble. The Taj Lake Palace holds fast to the majestic traditions of the Indian royalty with offering the most sophisticated facilities and services.

Like the honored companions of the Maharana of days past, all guests enjoy the kind of luxurious living until then reserved only for the official of the highest courts. Delicately restored pavilions, cusped archways, magnificent carvings, opulent guest rooms and suites adorned with ornate glasswork, bohemian crystal lights and intricate miniature paintings remain a testimony to courtly love. Scenic courtyards with blossoming lawns, lily-filled ponds, gush fountains and indoor spaces filled with period pieces and extravagant embellishments will transport you into a world of fantasy, romance and magic."
Imagine waking up to this view
An early evening stroll would be lovely in the hotel's inner court
Gorgeous pool
So loving the chaise lounges
Claw-foot tubs are my absolute faves!

Happy weekend!

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