GQ India – August 2019

(Chris Devlin) #1

Combining the rich legacy of India’s glorious past with the best of modern-day luxuries is Fairmont Jaipur.


Here, in the midst of opulence and tradition, there’s something for every kind of traveller


Celebrating the rich heritage of Rajasthan is Fairmont Jaipur.
Nestled in the Aravalli hills, this magni cent property stuns
at  rst glance with its majestic façade, which is a beautiful
blend of Mughal and Rajput-inspired architecture. From the
minute you enter, you will be transported to a bygone era,
where royalty reigns supreme.
A shower of rose petals and a swipe of the obligatory
teeka on your forehead will welcome you amidst the
calming vibrations from a gong. As you make your way
across this 245-room property, you will notice how the Pink
City continues to be an overarching theme. The rooms, too,
are embellished with traditional touches – think camel bone-
inlaid furniture, walk-in bathrooms with pink stone bathtubs
and Mughal-style low-seating day beds.
A quick tour through the property’s grand corridors
and ornate pavilions will reveal an array of dining options.
Savour an authentic Rajasthani meal at Zoya; sip on
cocktails at the Aza library bar; sample teas with a twist at
Anjum; or indulge in Indo-Persian cuisine at Zarin. That
done, make your way to the Cigar Diwan and interact with
fellow guests over some of the best Cubans.
But if you think the Fairmont experience has peaked,


think again. Offering extravagance like never before is their
exclusive Fairmont Gold experience, famously termed ‘hotel
within a hotel’. Here, enjoy private access to the Fairmont
Gold Lounge, a hot cuppa and complimentary nibbles
alongside sweeping views of the Aravalli.
Aside from its unmatched opulence, the charm of
Fairmont Jaipur lies in its ability to cater to every traveller.
For families looking for a holiday, everything from hot-
air balloon rides to quaint elephant picnics lie in wait. For
couples planning their dream wedding, there’s the exquisite
Charbagh and Grand Ballroom. And for business travellers
attending conferences, there’s a generous 90,000-square-
metre convention space.
Vast yet intimate, traditional yet modern, Fairmont Jaipur
is a lesson in luxury that lets you fall in love with history, all
over again.

For more information, visit fairmont.com/jaipur

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