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About Amanbagh The topography of the region consists of sandy plains interspersed with craggy hills and knolls, in stark contrast to the setting for Amanbagh - an oasis of verdant greenery. Amanbagh derives its name from the words aman, meaning ‘peaceful’ in Sanskrit and bagh, meaning ‘garden’ in Hindi. It lies within a walled compound that was once used by the Maharaja of Alwar to site his mobile hunting camps in search of the elusive tigers known to roam the nearby hills. Long since abandoned, the trees and vegetation continue to thrive due to a reliable water supply drawn from an adjacent lake. The resort is every bit a modern day “palace,” conceived in the present, but humbly paying homage to the traditional architecture and design that has prevailed throughout the past. The resort comprises a main building that rises over three levels. On the first level is the arrival area that leads to the reception hall and onto a shaded court, bordered on one side by the Restaurant and on the other, by the Lounge. Rising from the reception area is a sweeping staircase that leads to the Library and an outdoor terrace. Two external staircases lead to the Roof Terrace that is elevated above a canopy of trees and provides sweeping views over the surrounding landscape. Beyond the main building is a swimming pool, informal dining area and wading pool, all set within landscaped grounds that feature mature palm, eucalyptus and fruit trees. The Swimming Pool is centred within the resort’s gardens and measures 33 metres by 12 metres. Light meals and snacks are available poolside throughout the day. Beyond the swimming pool is the wading pool measuring 12 metres by 12 metres. Both pools are chilled throughout the summer and heated during the cooler months. |
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Sixteen Pool Pavilions are located on the perimeter of the resort, each with its own private swimming pool and spacious garden. Entry to each Pavilion is via a garden courtyard that leads to two rooms linked by a foyer passageway. The hall provides access to the shared living area and bedroom on one side and to the bathroom on the other.The living area contains a king-size bed, writing desk, daybed for lounging, sound system and personal bar.The bathroom features a spacious dressing area, twin vanities, separate shower and a bathtub, carved from one piece of marble, located in the centre of the room under a domed ceiling. The double doors open from each side onto a spacious garden courtyard with a covered dining and lounge area. The private swimming pool, measuring 3m by 9m, is chilled throughout the summer months and heated during the cooler months. The internal living space measures 85 square metres and the covered external space is 30 square metres.