Fort Chanwa, which is owned by Maharaj Dalip Singhji, the youngest son of Maharaja Umaid Singhji, Maharaja of Jodhpur, is a red sandstone fortress at Luni , some 35 Kms from Jodhpur.

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" At 35 Km South West of Jodhpur a fortress still belonging to Jodhpur Maharajah cousin's abandoned for more than 100 years, its decoration has been rethinked with a very good taste, we even can say an exceptional taste. The owner made mainly work the artisans from his village. Difficult to do better. Have a drink at sunset in the inner courtyard, watching at the red sandstones facades is a great unforgettable moment. The best rooms are around the patio. Restaurant at the same level than the rest. Its worth the detour. Reservation highly recommended."

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Visitors to India can now rub shoulders with royalty in a converted fortress hideway. Fort Chanwa in Luni, near Jodhpur is owned by Maharaj Dalip Singh - the 24th generation of a royal family which founded Jodhpur in the 15 century. Maharaj Dalip Singh still lives in the stunning red sandstone property, but recently opened it up to visitors.

Radhika Shastry, manager of RCI's Indian operations, said :"We make a conscious effort to affiliate resorts which offer a truly unique holiday experience and attract more international exchange guests to India. Not only is the resort of excellent quality - guests will also be living with royalty on the premises."
The fort has 45 authentically-renovated rooms and the conversion was approved by the Indian Government, which ensued the building kept all its original features - including myriad courtyard, towers,waterwheels and stairways to 'secret' pavilions. A series of morden additions have also been made to the building, such as air-conditioned rooms, a health club, swimming pool and restaurants.

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