NARENDRA BHAWAN, BIKANER

The Narendra Bhawan Bikaner hotel, located in Suryagarh Jaisalmer, is a grand residence that tells the story of the last reigning Maharaja of Bikaner, His Highness Narendra Singhji (1948-2003). The hotel is designed as a patrician landscape, blending wisdom and wonder. Bikaner, an ancient city with a rich history, culinary tradition, and arts and crafts, offers an old world charm. The Bhawan celebrates an individual's journey through time, from royal birth to becoming a global citizen and an advocate for freedom in a modern, democratic India. Set in an urban landscape, the Bhawan is an independent design hotel with a unique legacy and curated experiences that should be continued, preserved, and celebrated. The hotel presents the life of the last Maharaja of Bikaner, its original resident, through artefacts and objects. The Bhawan is unconventionally curated, featuring items from Bombay influenced by the art deco movement, glamour posts of broadway, dark caverns, velveteen fabrics, chiffons, and pearls, all contributing to the eclectic private palace-residence. The hotel is a tribute to its heritage and a testament to the importance of preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Bikaner.

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