Heritage hotels in India that are straight out of your imagination!

India is all about culture and traditions, and one of the best ways of experiencing the rich history of the country is staying at the heritage properties. The country is dotted with a plethora of pretty luxury properties that will steal your imaginations and transport you in a world of kings and queens!

Let’s get down the history lane at these heritage hotels in India.

This hotel is noted for offering unimaginable views of the Himalayan ranges. The Oberoi Cecil in Shimla is a sight to behold and is a landmark here. With a rustic colonial charm, the hotel will surely take you back in time somewhere in the Victorian era.

Another very famous luxury hotel in India is set right in the heart of Srinagar, Kashmir. Overlooking the famous Dal Lake, the property was built in 1910 by Maharaja Pratap Singh. It also served as the residence for the ruling family of Kashmir. This two-storey heritage property features 113 rooms and suites, and 10 cottages here.

Back in time, The Imperial in Delhi used to be a meeting ground for great political leaders including Nehru, Gandhi and Mountbatten. The hotel was built in 1931 and everything about this property screams of beauty from the colonial era! From rosewood furniture and high ceilings, everything here will take you back to India's pre-independence era.

This imposing fort-palace will take your breath away with its beauty! This hilltop palace is easily one of the most popular weekend getaways from Delhi. The whole place is surrounded with beautiful gardens and every room and suite is decorated with period furniture and artworks. Simply splendid!

Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur needs no introduction, as the palace has hosted a number of national as well as international celebrity weddings. The palace is one of the largest private residences in the world. This splendid art deco architecture is home to Jodhpur’s royal family. One of the prime features of the property is its huge garden. All the 64 rooms and suites here are simply gorgeous!