| Basic Facts |
| City |
Maheshwar |
| State |
Madhya Pradesh |
| Location |
Maheshwar, Airport - 91 km, Railway Station - 39 km
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| Rooms |
11 Rooms and Suites |
Introduction
Step back into the regal past of the ancient city of sacred Maheshwar. Ahilya Fort, perched high above the Narmada River is a fine heritage hotel and an absolute delight to the senses.
History
Ahilya Fort was the capital of one of 18th century India's celebrated women rulers - Ahilya Bai Holkar. Her fortress has now been converted into an elegant heritage hotel. Prince Shivaji Rao Holkar, son of the last Maharajah of Indore, plays host to guests at Ahilya Fort.
Accommodation
The accommodation options at this heritage hotel in Madhya Pradesh are classified as Suites, Double Rooms and Tents. The tents have their own unique ensuite bathrooms. Each room has a décor of its own and retains its 18th century ornamentation but do not compromise on modern conveniences. No building has more than two rooms, ensuring complete solitude. All rooms are air cooled in the traditional manner, with natural evaporative coolers perfumed by khas vetiver.
Dining
Dining is a grand affair at the Ahilya Fort. Multi-cuisine meals are served either outside under the grand neem trees, on one of the terraces overlooking the river, or in the Chamber of Winds, also overlooking the Narmada River.
Recreation
Enjoy a swim in the pool, embark on a day excursion to organic farms and various tourist spots nearby, explore the fort, indulge in boating on the River Narmada, there is no dearth of recreation options at this heritage hotel in Madhya Pradesh.
Other Facilities
Maheshwar in Madhya Pradesh lies on the banks of River Narmada and is considered the abode of Lord Shiva. There are a lot of temples of Lord Shiva in Maheshwar. Other places to see here are Rajgadi (royal throne) of Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, state archaeological museum, Sahastradhara waterfall, cenotaphs and more.
City Info
Maheshwar in Madhya Pradesh lies on the banks of River Narmada and is considered the abode of Lord Shiva. There are a lot of temples of Lord Shiva in Maheshwar. Other places to see here are Rajgadi (royal throne) of Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, state archaeological museum, Sahastradhara waterfall, cenotaphs and more.
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