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Bhopal, also known as the city of lakes, has stunning scenery and several places worth visiting. The historic areas coexist seamlessly with the well-planned urban developments. The two main lakes- the Upper Lake and the Lower Lake - form the city's nucleus. Its greenery, sprawling parks, open spaces, and laid-back charm fascinate the visitors. The three exotic stays that you must try in Bhopal are:JEHAN NUMA PALACE, BHOPALJehan Numa means 'View of the World'.The Jehan Numa Palace in Bhopal is a 19th-century royal residence. The Royal Palace dates back to the era of the Begums of Bhopal. In 1983, Nadir and Yawar Rashid, the grandsons of General Obaidullah Khan, the current owner of the Palace, decided to share this legacy with the world. Jehan Numa Palace is a stunning white structure set up on the slope of Shamla Hill in Bhopal. About The BegumsThe Nawab begums of Bhopal who ruled between 1819 and 1926 were dynamic women. Their personalities, vision, preferences, beliefs, and actions highlighted Bhopali tradition with a combination of Muslim and Maratha heritage. Qudsia Begum was the first woman ruler who ruled from 1819 to 1837. Her daughter, Sikander Begum's husband, succeeded her and ruled till 1844. Their daughter Shahjehan Begum from whom the Palace gets its name ruled the longest from 1845 till 1901. The last ruler Sultan Jahan ruled from 1901 to 1926. Shahjehan Begum (1845-1901)About the PalaceThe history talks to you as you walk around the Palace that combines British Colonial, Italian Renaissance, and Classical Greek Architecture. The colorful bougainvillea, the champa, the palm, and flowering creepers beautifully drape the building, and the open spaces under the vast sky create an enchanting visual treat. Arched walkways, colonnaded verandahs, and verdant lawns in intimate courtyards take you to a bygone epoch. Jehan Numa Palace opened its doors to visitors in September 1983. The Palace got the status of Heritage Hotel in the year 2000. Royal living that was once the sole preserve of Nawabs is offered to guests generously and with courtesy.RoomsThe Palace has 99 rooms, including six suites that open into green courtyards overlooking lush green trees, a swimming pool, and the riding track. Colonial furniture, local stone, traditional and ethnic furnishings, and indigenous tribal artwork adorn the rooms. At the same time, you can find all luxurious and modern amenities in the rooms like air conditioners, well-stocked minibars, LCD televisions with premium cable channels, coffee/tea makers, room safes, and wifi. Ensuite bathrooms have deep soaking tubs and exclusive toiletries. Room Service and Housekeeping Services are on-call round the clock. The different types of rooms are:Patio RoomsThese rooms have an intimate courtyard enclosed by a thick Bougainvillea hedge.Regal RoomsThe design of the rooms makes the guests comfortable. Champa lawns surround these rooms.View of Regal RoomPalace RoomsThe Palace rooms are in the heritage wing. These rooms have high ceilings and offer a view of the central courtyard. Imperial RoomsImperial rooms are spacious and comfortable. The rooms enjoy spectacular views of the swimming pool and horse-riding track from the elegantly furnished balconies and large picture windows.View of Imperial RoomSuitesLocated in the old wing, four suites provide stylish space for a relaxing stay.The Bourbon SuiteThe Bourbon Suite gets its name from the Bourbons, a French aristocratic family who settled in Bhopal in 1783.View of Bourbon SuiteThe Goddard SuiteThe Goddard Suite gets its name from General Thomas Goddard, who arrived in Bhopal in 1778, with his indomitable regiment, on his epic march across India. The suite has all extravagant amenities in addition to the historic feel.Dining Fine dining is essential for the authentic Jehan Numa experience. Here, guests can enjoy good food and gourmet cuisine with home-cooked flavors and farm-fresh ingredients.Four restaurants and two bars provide a prosperous and broad range to choose from.ShahnamaIt is a multi-cuisine restaurant with a buffet and a la carte service. Shahnama RestaurantLa KuchinaThis restaurant is inspired by Italian and the Mediterranean flavors.Under the Mango TreeThe Barbeque restaurant is located under an ancient mango tree.The Ancient Mango TreeCafechinoIt is a trendy and friendly coffee shop and patisserie.The CafechinoTattenham Corner and Shergar BarThey are famous watering holes that speak eloquently of the royal obsession with horses and racing. The Shergar Bar gets its name from the outstanding racehorse owned by the Aga Khan.Meeting and EventsVarious customized venues can accommodate 400 guests to intimate closed meetings for 12 persons. A pick of venues-both indoor and outdoor -outstanding food and beverage offerings and highly customized themes, decors, and music make each event unique and memorable.LeisureThe 25m open-air swimming pool is a delight and lies adjacent to a modern fitness center. There is an in-house Chakra Spa that offers an array of luxurious massages, salon services, body treatments, and skin therapies. The Open Air Swimming PoolJehan Numa Palace Hotel is 1 Km from the Manav Sangrahalaya, Van Vihar National Park, and 1.5 Km from Vallabh Bhawan. The Nadra Bus Station is 4.6 Km, the Bhopal Junction Railway Station is 6 Km, and Raja Bhoj Domestic Airport is 13 Km away.Noor Us Subah PalaceNoor Us Subah means "The Light of Dawn"Located on Bhopal's V.I.P. Road, Noor Us Subah Palace is ideal for newlyweds and couples looking for a pleasant break. The Palace, spread over 18 acres, is located on a hilltop above the Bada Talab and has world-class facilities for visitors. The rooms and suites have fantastic decor its hospitality services are impeccable. As the name suggests -Noor Us Subah, the first light of dawn hits the Bada Talab making the view from lake-facing balconies magical. H. H. Nawab Hamid Ullah Khan constructed the Palace during the 1920s for Begum Abida Sultan, his eldest daughter. Walking through the hallways and corridors of the Palace, you can easily imagine the life of the city's former ruling begums. The lobby shimmers with marble floors, high ceilings, grand chandeliers, and weapons displayed on the walls. Noor Us Subah PalaceRoomsThe Palace is now a heritage hotel. 57 rooms of the hotel classified as Standard Rooms -11Royal Club Rooms -30Premium Club Junior Suites-6Crown Club Suites-9Presidential Suite-1The Presidential SuiteAll the rooms and suites are a world of luxury placed in refined settings to suit the liking of discerning guests. The regal interiors of the rooms with warm wood accents and plush furnishings give a fantastic feeling. From the rooms, one can Savour the view of the lake. All bathrooms have sunken bathtubs.The Swimming PoolRestaurantsThere are four restaurants.Za-aiqaServing finger-licking delicacies of Mughlai and Peshawari cuisines, Za-aiqa gives you the experience of royal dining. Guest can enjoy the restaurant's decor and see their meals getting prepared through a see-through live display kitchen. The recipes used in cooking are straight from the royal kitchen.DynastyIt is an Oriental restaurant offering authentic Shanghai, Hunan, Cantonese, Szechwan, Mandarin, and Peking fares. The decor is impressive.Marble ArchAn open-air restaurant, the Marble Arch lets you enjoy your meal peacefully while treating your eyes to the beautiful views of the lake and the city.Sunset Bar-be-que restaurantIt is yet another open-air restaurant at Noor us Sabah hotel that offers lip-smacking delicacies along with live music performances.As night falls, the Palace's gardens poolside look resplendent illuminated by lamplights. Noor Us Subah hotel is 6.7 km from Bhopal Junction Railway Station, 7.5 km from Raja Bhoj Domestic Airport.Reni Pani Jungle Lodge135 km away from Bhopal and 11 Kms from the Satpura National Park, Reni Pani Lodge is an exquisitely planned conservation and wildlife-focused lodge. The forest gets its name from Satpura Hills that run horizontally across Central India. Satpura meaning seven peaks is the largest tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh.To reach the lodge, you drive through the enchanting beauty of the untouched forest accompanied by an active silence or bird call. On getting to the lodge, the Lodge team greets you warmly.Cottages & TentsThere are 12 cozy cottages and some tents amidst the lush green trees that birds and animals frequently visit. The cottages decked with modern amenities like air conditioners, wardrobes, etc., are worth the rent. The tents are the epitome of contemporary glamping. The tents offer a high-quality lodging facility with well-maintained and beautifully designed rooms and lovely outside showers.The team and you become family as you dine under the stars by the jungle pool, barbeque by lamplight, or gather by the fireplace at the Ghol Ghar. To give you an indescribable experience, they plan your early morning trip to the Park.The expertly knowledgeable team at Reni Pani knows their forest, so they take you on a beautiful trip to the forest. They share stories and anecdotes, information, and suggestions so that your travel becomes adventurous. Game DrivesThe game drives in Satpura afford a great deal of exclusivity. With only 12 jeeps allowed in the tourism area at any given time, it gives you a private game viewing experience. You can also view Central India's most iconic mammals like Sloth Bear, Leopard, Wild Dog, Indian Giant Squirrel, Deer and Antelope, and even Tiger in the safaris.Walking SafarisSatpura park allows its guests to explore new tiger country on foot. Reni Pani's world-class guides bring alive the forest when they describe the lesser-known wonders of the woods. Elephant SafarisThe more adventurous way of experiencing the Park is riding the beautiful and intelligent animal-the elephant. The elephants take you through those thick jun
