Umaid Bhawan, Jodhpur
Perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur, Umaid
Bhawan Palace is the last of the great palaces of India and one of the largest
private residences in the world – set amidst 26 acres of lush gardens. Designed
by the renowned Edwardian architect Henry Lanchester and embellished with
exotic murals of the self-exiled Polish artist Stefan Norblin, the palace is a
blend of Eastern and Western architectural influences.
If you want the feel of an ancient royal wedding then this
is just the place -or should say palace- for you. The hotel offers a host of
wedding options through its Palace Services ranging from a traditional elephant
welcome, a magical gala to rainbow-hue Rajasthani costumes and ambience. What
better way to start your married life than a grand royalwedding.
Vivanta by Taj, Holiday Village- Goa
Vivanta by Taj, Holiday Village is a place that truly
reflects the spirit of Goa. The charming village flirts with the seafront while
the Goan-Portuguese architecture is reflected across the property. Spread
across a lush landscape, the 142 renewed cottages and villas play hide &
seek with the gardens and swinging palms.
Whatever be your preference – an intimate gathering or an
extravagant affair, a traditional ceremony or a modern theme based fun party,
the Vivanta by Taj deliver it for you.
Taj Falaknuma Palace– Hyderabad
If you truly want to feel like royalty from the days gone by
then the Taj Falaknuma Palace in Hyderabad is the perfect destination for your
wedding. After ten years of sensitive restoration, the Taj has infused new life
into this sixty room private palace to offer visitors a glimpse of the imperial
lifestyle of the Nizams who governed the legendary city o Hyderabad.
Spread across 32 acres, the Palace offers several unique
venues, themes and experiences to make sure your wedding is opulent, grand and
regal. Amongst its various celebration dining venues is the 101 Dining room
which boasts the largest dining table in the World and can accommodate 85
guests. The room which is one of the largest rooms in the palace boasts of five
enchanting Belgian chandeliers. Whether you choose from the Grand Royal
welcome, the Rajasthani garden or the Shikaarka khan you are sure to experience
the extravagance of the ‘then’ with all the comfort of the ‘now’.
Vivanta By Taj Fisherman’s Cove- Chennai
The resort is built on the ramparts of a Dutch fort and is
almost one with the Bay of Bengal. With its charm and individual character the
resort is an idyllic setting for a seaside wedding.
Like all the Vivanta by Taj properties the renewed villas
and rooms are a delight to stay in, but what sets this resort apart are the
delightful and detailed theme options for weddings. Apart from the grand Indian
traditional setup, you can choose from a South Indian Fare, a Beach
Contemporary setup, a Romantic wedding, a Pure Elegant White theme or a Floral
Fantasy. Each of these has been created with painstaking details. Our
favourite- the Romantic wedding theme: a heady mix of the beach with beautiful
moonlit waters, flowers, fabric and soft lazy music makes you want to fall in
love again and again and again…
Jai Mahal Palace – Jaipur
Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur the former residence of the Prime
Minister of the princely state of Jaipur, is steeped in history. The majestic
palace, a vast complex of regal rooms, pretty pavilions and charming colonnades
set amidst 18 acres of landscaped gardens, traces its origins to 1745. The
heritage palace has been painstakingly restored and recently refurbished to
offer guests the exclusive experience of a royal lifestyle complemented by
legendary Taj hospitality. The renovated lobby exudes a stylish, warm and inviting
charm.
The stately Moghul Gardens, resonant with the call of
peacocks, is a formal multi-level, quartered garden with pavilions, water
channels, flowerbeds, ponds and stone pathways. With its blend of history,
elegance and luxury, Jai Mahal Palace is a perfect venue for a high profile
destination wedding. Combined with the backdrop of the magnificent Palace, the
Moghul Gardens provide the ideal settings for a Rajasthani royal Wedding.
Various family events can be combined with the Royal Themes like “Elephant
Polo” to ensure a glorious imperial wedding.