Fancy a quick fix of aristocracy? Do you wish to live like royalty one day in a true-blue palace and return to your urban existence the next? Pataudi Palace is the solution! Located just 60 km from Delhi, this Indo-Gothic structure stands tall and pristine amidst rolling gardens. Inside, it is resplendent with silk and velvet, chandeliers and portraits of the Pataudi family. (Yes that’s right, Pataudi of the cricket fame.) When you recline on the four-poster beds or soak in the old fashioned marble baths, you really will feel transcended to the ages gone by.

USP: History and heritage, weekend getaway, conference destination with a difference.

Air: Nearest airport is Delhi’s IGI, about 26 km away.

Rail: Delhi is well connected with all major destinations across India by rail.

Road: Follow NH 8 from Delhi to Bilaspur passing Gurgaon. Turn right at Bilaspur Chowk, 500 metres before the toll gate and continue for 9 km. The palace will be on your left.

Dine like the nobility over candlelit tables, lounge by the pool or indulge in a round of billiards. The vast verandahs skirting the palace look over to expanses of green and you can just sprawl here doing nothing. Do not miss the lip smacking, authentic Avadhi cuisine served here!