The Floating Palace On River Pichola

As if rising out of legend, Lake Palace dominates the center of Lake Pichola. The palace is one of India's most famous and luxurious hotels. It was built in the middle of the 18th century by prince Maharana Jagat Singh II as a summer palace, where he famously entertained many guests and lovers. The palace was built on a natural rock foundation on the Jag Niwas Island. When the tide is low, the island can be seen. When it is high, the palace seems to be floating on the water.

After 2 centuries of serving as a private resort for the descendants of the prince, a place for them to experience ultimate luxury, the palace was converted into a luxury hotel in the 1960s. Today, guests are invited to enjoy the lavish interior and the royal butler service that are remanants of a long gone era. Even the shuttle service by luxury boat adds to the experience. It has 83 rooms and suites, all renovated with wooden forniture, silk upholsteries and a luxurious design.

Ashford Castle At Ireland

Ashford Castle is a medieval castle turned five star luxury hotel near Cong on the Mayo/Galway border in Ireland, on the shore of Lough Corrib. Castle was built on the site in 1228 by the Anglo-Norman House of Burke following their defeat of the O'Connors,  who are still extant in the person of the O'Conor Don. The Estate was purchased in 1852 by Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness, who extended the estate 110 km, built new roads, planted thousands of trees and added two large Victorian style extensions.

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