FALAKNUMA PALACE-UNWTO Conference

http://www.tajhotels.com/Luxury/Grand-Palaces-And-Iconic-Hotels/Taj-Falaknuma-Palace-Hyderabad/Fine-Dining/The-Jade-Room-Restaurant.html Taj Falaknuma Palace Hyderabad, India The Taj Falaknuma Palace has raised eyebrows after its delicate ten-year restoration. Exuding sheer opulence and regal splendour, the palace recreates the bygone lifestyles of the ruling Nizams and their stately visitors. Built by Nizam Mehboob Ali Khan in the latter part of the 19th century, the Falaknuma Palace was built as a guesthouse for visiting dignitaries across the world, kings, diplomats, artists and luminaries used to congregate and trade stories. Given that this was used for royal gatherings, including King George, Queen Mary and the last Russian Tsar Nicholas II, it is only fitting that this be the most spectacular of all the Palace venues. Like its namesake, this room has rare collections of jade along with priceless treasures collected from around the world, Victorian style hand-painted ceilings and Belgian cut-glass chandeliers. The Jade Room also commands some of the best views of Hyderabad in all of Taj Falaknuma Palace, which make it the ideal place for afternoon tea. Afternoon Tea menu options include a Traditional English fare, a regional selection with Indian accents and a Champagne chocolate tea. Amongst an impressive array of teas from around the world is our very own 'Nizam's Blend' created especially for you The palace was designed to rival and even surpass those found in Europe. Using Italian marble and the finest art, artefacts and fittings from around the world, the palace can safely be compared to any of India's great palace hotels. With 60 rooms, the hotel blends old world style with modern sophistication and comfort. For those wanting the best, we suggest staying in the Nizam's private chambers that is now the Grand Presidential Suite. Fine dining was always close to the heart of the ruling Nizams, and the Taj group have brought in their customary high standards to provide a range of dining options. There is also chance to high a colonial inspired high tea on the veranda. The hotel also has a superb Jiva Grande Spa offering three treatment rooms overlooking cascading gardens. What we find most interesting is their resident historian who can guide guests through the halls and historical rooms of the palace. You can wander through the Dubar Hall where the Nizams met their subjects to the 101 Dining Hall containing the worlds largest dining table. What the Falaknuma Palace offers is a chance to have a palatial experience in the spirit of the Nizams of Hyderabad; and we think it can easily be one of India's leading hotels. Hyderabad offers a great deal to see and do, from the bazaars and regal palaces to reading William Dalrymple's 'White Mughals' and wandering the city in search of the places mentioned. To be a fly on the wall here! The Palace's Jade Room was where dignitaries from