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Your Royal abode in Bhavnagar, Nilambag
Palace, a magnificent architecture set amidst 10 acres of wooded environs.
A fusion of glorious royal charm and luxuries of modern amenities
await your arrival for a memorable experience.
An imposing Rajula Stone structure, rising on richly carved pillars
and set in 40,000 sq.ft of lawn and garden, The Nilambag Palace was
built up by a
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German Architect Mr. Sims in 1859 as the Royal Residence
of His Highness Sir. Takhatsinghji of Bhavnagar. In 1984, the late
Maharaja Dr.Vitrbhadra Singhji converted the Royal residence into
the Hotel to serve as a haven for tourists. The only Heritage classified
property in the city, Nilambag Palace Hotel is a member of Heritage
Hotels Association. Of Gujarat as well as Jaipur. |
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Bhavnagar was founded in 1723 AD by Bhav
Singhji, a member of the Gohil Rajput clan which came to the Saurashtra
coast from Rajasthan in the 12th century. It grew into one of the
15 richest princely states in India during the early 21st century. |
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24 double/twins; Heating, Air-conditioning,
TV, Fridge, phone |
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The Darbargadh has been renovated with
24 double bedrooms, with attached bathrooms. Most of the rooms
feature period furniture, and all have attached baths with European
toilets and running hot-and-cold water. Traditional
Cuisine of the region is served in the dining hall, done up
in antiques and paintings.
Courteous and prompt room service, in-house
laundry, travel and exchange
Counter offers prompt services to Guests. Warm and rich traditions
of Indian hospitality make your stay at Nilambag Palace Hotel most
luxurious and memorable. You will witness an elegant combination of
royal hospitality and international efficiency.
The Hotel is equipped with a business Conference
Hall make Nilambag Palace Hotel, the venue for your next conference.
The piece de resistance is the enormous Roman Style
Swimming Pool nestled in the privacy of thick wood all around.
The pool has all modern amenities. A visit to the Palace
Boutique Mrignayani for local handicrafts and daily needs is
a must.
Recently started functioning Tennis Court which
is an additional amenities for tennis lovers. |
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Darbargadh::
Old palace of Bhavnagar with arches, wood carvings and interesting
architecture.
Takhatsinhji Hospital: 1879-83
AD Building Designed by Sir William Emmerson, the Architect of Calcutta's
Victoria Memorial and Bombay's Crawford Market.
Takteshawar
Temple: A historic hilltop temple with great views over the
cityscape to the Gulf of Cambay sea coast.
Barton
Museum & Gandhi Smurti : 1895 AD museum with collection
of farming tools, beadwork, wood carvings, weapons, musical instruments,
and reminders of Mahatma Gandhi's period as a student of Bhavnagar
University.
Victoria Park: Former
game preserve with interesting Birds and wildlife including blue bull
antelope, hyenas, jackal, monitor lizard, etc. A great place for a
walk from the Palace.
Gaurishankar Lake:
Good bird watching spot, specially for ducks, geese, pelicans, cranes
and wading birds. Plovers and terns nest on the island.
Lock
Gate Dock : A century old dockyard - one of the oldest operational
dry docks in India. Now used for ship building. |
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Palitana
(55 Kms): A cluster of 863 temples atop Shetrunjaya hills,
Palitana has some splendid carvings, bejeweled statues, intricate
architecture and great views. The town below is known for textile
bazaar and has some museum collections of Jain art.
Velavadar
National Park (60 Kms): An extensive track of grasslands with
Some of India's greatest herd of blackbuck antelope, blue bull, wolf,
fox, jackal, one of the world's greatest harrier roost and typical
grassland birds.
Alang (55 Kms): One
of the worlds largest shipbreaking yards.
Sihore
(25kms): The 17th century palace of the Maharajahs of Bhavnagar |
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Flight from Mumbai
takes 35 minutes, run daily morning by JETAIRWAYS and alternate days
a week by INDIAN AIRLINES. Bhavnagar has a Sea Cargo Port 8 kms away
from the Hotel and also Railway terminus is only 2 kms away and even
downtown, shopping areas. Ahmedabad and Rajkot is 200 kms by Road.
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Nilambag palace, Bhavnagar. Ph. +91-0278
- 2424241,2432295,2429323. FAX: 2428072.
E-mail:nilambagh@heritagehotelsofgujarat.com
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