41 RURAL RAJASTHAN As you make your way to Chanoud Garh on winding roads through rustic hidden villages you will be surprised by the luxury that awaits behind its stone façade entrance. This is where the maharajas of yesterday found their haven. Tucked away in the arid region of the Aravalli Mountains, Chanoud Garh is a delightful 300-year-old palace that continues to offer the best hospitality from the current generation of regality in a boutique homestay style environment. Stories live in the strong walls as you stay in just one of seven uniquely restored suites, all of which effortlessly integrate into the historic architecture. The warm bright décor highlights a thoughtful and royal ambience, which is equally matched by impeccable personalized service. Your stay encourages you to embrace an exploratory spirit. Feast on the finest age-old family recipes that have been passed down the generations and whipped into creation by the palace kitchen, as you indulge in conversation with the royal owners. Ramble around open fields and stunning salt pans and meet the colorful villagers, who all have their job to do, from shepherding and homemaking to being at the potter’s wheel or selling fresh produce in the local shop. Little has changed here in centuries: Chanoud Garh breathes living history. chanoudgarh.com