The Ahilya Fort
Property Description :
A stay at ahilya fort is an experience straight out of the 18th century. Situated high above the banks of the sacred narmada river, ahilya fort was the capital of one of india's celebrated women rulers-ahilya bai holkar. her fortress has been converted into a guest residence of discrete charm, where guests can appreciate surroundings, which have not changed since ahilya bai. her wada palace is simple and elegant; built in 1766, it is a typical example of the maratha architecture of the period. The rooms retain the feeling of the epoch, while bringing guests modern conveniences, which ensure a comfortable stay. the classic wada palace is simple and elegant, a perfect representation of maratha architecture of that period. Its ambience has been captured in time with its conversion into a guest residence of unusual charm.
Pets :
Yes
Garden :
Medium Size
Pool :
Yes
Area Description :
Maheshwar is a town of great antiquity, situated on the banks of the sacred narmada river, in khargone district of the indian state of madhya pradesh. The history of maheshwar goes back some 4000 years, making maheshwar of the same antiquity as the indus valley civilization. In classical indian history, maheshwar was known as mahishmati, and is mentioned in the vedas and later in kautilya's arthashastra. The city came under akbar's rule in 1601, who built the present fort. In 1741, the mughal rule came to an end, and in 1766, maharani ahilya bai, the queen of the holkar dynasty, made maheshwar her capital. She ruled from maheshwar for over 30 years, and was famous throughout india for her ability as a ruler. Her state was peaceful and prosperous during a turbulent period of indian history. Ahilya bai is known and revered throughout india for her work in rebuilding many important hindu temples which were destroyed during the reign of the mughal emperor, aurangzeb.