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Amanbagh sits in isolation amidst the arid Aravalli Hills near Alwar in northern India. The region is rich in early Hindu history, dating to the dawn of Hindu civilization. The resort comprises a main building that rises over three levels. A team of highly-skilled therapists provides a range of healing therapies as well as more traditional treatments such as facials, massages and scrubs. These are available in the resorts spa treatment rooms. Yoga and meditation are offered in the resort as well as the nearby scenic surroundings.
On the first level is the arrival area that leads to the reception hall and onto a shaded court, bordered on one side by the Dining Room and on the other. Rising from the reception area is a sweeping staircase that leads to the Library and an outdoor terrace. Two external staircases lead to the Roof Terrace that is elevated above a canopy of trees and provides sweeping views over the surrounding landscape. Courtyard Haveli Rooms are located on the ground level of two, two-storey structures on either side of the swimming pool. Each Courtyard Haveli Room features a king bed, separate living area, bathrooms filled with natural light, sound system and personal bar. Garden Haveli Rooms, located on the ground level, are distinguished by private balconies that overlooks a garden. The entrance to each is by courtyard with an outdoor dining area. Inside, there is a living area with a large banquette, two chairs, an armchair and writing desk.Eight Terrace Haveli Suites are located on the upper level of the two, two-storey structures. Access to each is by staircase that leads to private terraced courtyards, each with an outdoor dining area, daybed and two sun loungers. Each Terrace Haveli Suite is fitted with a sound system and personal bar. The Roof Terrace is ideal for informal dining beneath a starlit sky, particularly during the hotter months when there is a cool breeze.

Sixteen Pool Pavilions are located on the perimeter of the resort and offer their own private swimming pool and spacious garden. Entry to each Pavilion is by garden courtyard that leads to two rooms linked by a glass reception hall. The hall provides access to the shared living area and bedroom on one side and to the bathroom on the other. The living area contains a king size bed, writing desk, daybed for lounging, sound system and personal bar. The private swimming pool measures three m. by nine m. and is cool throughout the summer months and heated during the winter months.

Amanbagh Resort is built in an oasis fed by a nearby lake in the Aravalli Hills of Rajasthan. The structure is of pink sandstone and the garden has palm, eucalyptus and fruit trees. Outdoor activities around the resort include cycling, trekking, horse-riding, donkey, camel and elephant rides. The best season is between October and April.