Boating in the famous Dal Lake in Kashmir is just too mainstream! We have a better suggestion, where you can appreciate the breathtaking and scenic landscapes of the Himalayas and Dal Lake from the balcony of this charming villa. This villa in Srinagar is perfectly nestled in the Shankaracharya Hills with the entire Dal Lake! The walls of this luxury villa are seeped in history; let’s know all about it.
Built In The 1920s, This Luxury Villa In Srinagar Is Seeped In History!
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Karan Mahal belonged to Karan Singh who was the son of the last ruling Maharaja of Kashmir before the Monarchy was abolished and the governor of Kashmir. He resided in this luxurious European-style villa with his loving family. Hence, a lot of important oath ceremonies of the government were held in the living room.
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Years later it became a home for Karan’s son, Vikramaditya Singh and his wife, Chitrangada Raje. However, they couldn’t live in it due to political unrest and other reasons and moved out soon enough. With time, they decided to restore this beautiful villa for around 10 years and finally in 2021, they opened its doors to the public for stay options as the Karan Mahal.
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What Does It Have To Offer?
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Divided into two floors, this villa in Srinagar has five beautifully adorned rooms and three grand suites that exude royalty. Every room and suite has different decor and furnished antique settings crafted by talented local and Kashmiri artists. Each room has a private balcony with glorious views of the gardens, mountains and the tranquil Dal Lake.
In winter, the place receives snowfall and the views are straight out of a movie. During summer, it’s a splendid vision with lush greenery all around. You can never get enough of the panorama at Karan Mahal! Just picture you and your family waking up to chilly winds to sip on warm cups of tea with a spectacular view of the Dal Lake and a serene landscape in front of you! Isn’t it heavenly?
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This royal villa in Srinagar spans an area of 60 acres and has pretty fruit orchards, imagine running around a symmetrically built orchard blossoming with vibrant flowers! Lastly, do not forget to enjoy finger-licking good Dogra Kashmiri and Nepalese cuisine made by the chef at Karan Mahal.
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So, what are you waiting for? Karan Mahal is a perfect summer holiday stay option, click here to book now.
Where: Gupkar Rd, Sonwar Bagh, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
Check-Out Time: From 11 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost: Starting at ₹35,000/night
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/karanmahalsrinagar
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