Modern, Minimal, Mughal

This Rajasthani palace is a model for all future historical projects in India. The palace is inspiringly beautiful, and the contrast between antique authenticity and minimalist modernity is nothing less than striking.

Because of the size of this former palace, the rooms at Devi Garh are monumental in size, and staggeringly modern in terms of their décor. Its unique combination of historic, Rajasthani architecture and a modern, minimal approach to its decoration.

From a strategic point of view, the fort palace was built at the highest point in the area, and so from the rooms, from the pool, from the restaurants, there is a sweeping vista of the surrounding Rajasthani countryside.

The hotel's reductivist approach amplifies its Indian-ness - the Mughal arches, the stone carving and all its other distinctive architectural signatures end up both clearer and stronger. Sophisticated design has created a feeling of contemporary cultural heritage.

Set in the Rajasthani countryside, half an hour from the legendary lake city of Udaipur, Devi Garh is situated in the rolling hills that until recently were prime tiger hunting territory.

Mughal minimalism: a traditional palace on the outside and a pared-down, monochramatic series of spaces on the inside.

Devi Garh strikes the perfect balance between a passion for history and a lust for contemporary luxury.

Stunning views of the Aravali hills can be enjoyed from the pristine white dining room, while you enjoy authentic home cooked Indian flavours.