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1 Nisan 2024
I spent two nights at Mohangarh Fort, which is an oasis of calm and luxury within an hour's drive of Jaiselmer. From the moment of arrival, when you are greeted by an extended drum roll from one of the staff members and a refreshing drink, you are treated with every courtesy and excellent service. The grounds are beautiful, with colourful planting and a large pool, set against the background of the honey-coloured stonework of the fort building. You are free to explore the turrets, walls and rooms containing historical artefacts. We were told however that we were not allowed to walk outside of the hotel grounds as the hotel is in a border area with a military presence - and that the village does not have anything to offer the tourist! Our room had exposed stone walls and traditionally-styled furniture, as well as a large bathroom with reliable hot water and good toiletries. The room had a/c and fans but we did not need to use these. The restaurant service in the evening was outdoors, the magical setting enhanced by a myriald of lights and live traditional music, played from a platform which was about 20m from the nearest table, so easy to appreciate without being intrusive. The food served in the restaurant was very good and the breakfast buffet offered all the standard fare with eggs and parathas etc prepared to order. Fresh coffee was not available, so typical of hotels in India, even those at the upper end of the market! The hotel did not have ***y guests, which I think reflects it location and certainly not the quality of the hotel itself. It is a little distant from Jaiselmer, which is the nearest major tourist site, but I think it s the perfect place to stay for leaving Jaiselmer behind and wanting somewhere quiet and luxurious nearby before embarking on the next leg of a journey towards Bikaner or Jaipur. it is certainly a worthwhile diversion! The road northeast of Mohangarh follows the Indira Gandhi Canal through pristine desert scenery, an unexpected highlight of our roadtrip. So, if you want some elegance and luxury in proximity to Jaiselmer, do not hesitate!
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