
The
history of Samode palace goes back to more than four and a half centuries.
Prithviraj Singhji of amber, the seventeenth prince of the house
Of Kachhawaha Rajputs, had awarded Samode to one of his twelve sons - Gopal
Singhji alongwith the hereditary title of Rawal Saheb. Set cozily in the
picturesque rugged hills, Samode palace with its stately majesty opens a
grand journey into the glorious past through its frescoed corridors. the
palace is full of architectural delights.
The birds, animals and flowers painted on the walls of the sultan Mahal,
the dining room with its stained glass windows and its collection of old
family portraits, the Durbar hall with its painted ceilings and intricately
carved walls and beautiful chandeliers, give this palace its old world
charm. Each room is done up in traditional Rajasthani style and the antique
furniture blends well with the surroundings. A traditional welcome with
camel carts, buggies, elephants and local musicians is organized on
preference. Camel safaris are available.
Accommodation: 30 double rooms and a multi - cuisine restaurant.
Address: Samode palace, Samode, Dist. Jaipur-303806.
Access:
By Road: Delhi - 264 Kms.
By Rail: Jaipur - 45 Kms.
By Air : Jaipur - 46 Kms.