The residence was built in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the royal founder of the city of Jaipur, and still houses the city's royal family...
TOP 10 EXPERIENCES FOR 2020 BY VIRTUOSO
1. Surfing Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Bondi is just outside the city center and extremely popular with locals and visitors alike. Serious surfers hang out at the southern end of the beach, while novices occupy the northern stretch, where waves are often smaller. (Bonus: Live like an influencer at
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AMAN KYOTO, A SECRET GARDEN SANCTUARY, OPENS 1 NOVEMBER
Aman Kyoto is nestled in forested grounds, within walking distance of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinkaku-ji Temple, and close to the centre of beguiling Kyoto. Within a hidden valley, formed by a series of manicured platforms, the garden is enclosed on one side by a
by Christian Stan, on 22 Oct. 19, No Comments
THE ROOMS OF PALACE TOKYO HOTEL ARE AMONG THE BEST IN THE WORLD
Palace Hotel Tokyo is one of only a dozen hotels in Asia Pacific to land on this year’s Verified List, one of just 10 independent properties honored, and the only hotel in Japan to receive such an accolade. Recipients of the accolade emerged from Forbes Travel Guide’s exhaustive
by Christian Stan, on 16 May. 19, No Comments
THE ROOMS OF MANDARIN ORIENTAL, TOKYO HAVE NOW A NEW LOOK
The makeover of all 179 spacious guestrooms and suites draws on Japan’s rich culture, to provide guests with a strong “sense of place”. Japanese craftmanship has been combined with the latest technology to ensure a thoroughly contemporary Japanese experience. Renowned textile
by Christian Stan, on 19 Feb. 19, No Comments
AMAN KYOTO TO BE THE THIRD AMAN HOTEL IN JAPAN
Unlocking the secrets of Japan’s ancient Imperial capital, Aman Kyoto and its secret garden are just a stone’s throw from the city’s 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, yet feel a world away. Aman Kyoto is situated in a once-forgotten secret garden that provides a secluded
by Christian Stan, on 6 Feb. 19, No Comments
