SAMODE VILLAGE
PLACES TO VISIT
Samode is situated in the royal Indian state of Rajasthan around 42 km from Jaipur, the capital city. Located on way to Shekhawati, this small village is famous for its haveli and fort. Samode is connected to Jaipur through a good network of roads. Samode is an ideal desert getaway. During the day, a camel ride through the Samode village and the surrounding countryside is a good idea. Riding this gentle animal with its rocking gait is the best way to relax on a sunny morning.

A real visit to Samode cannot be considered complete without a musical evening of folk dances and songs. Rajasthani bards and musicians with their colorful dresses and unusual musical instruments provide one of the best evenings one can have in India. The instruments include one-stringed fiddles, country violins, bagpipes made out of goatskin, castanets, Jew's harps, and even a one stringed instrument made out of a dried gourd. The villagers sing with plaintive abandon under the faint light of the crystal stars. A musical evening can be arranged at a short notice at the Samode Palace.
Samode Palace nestling amongst the Aravalli hills, built about 400 years ago, is a perfect example of Rajput - Mughal architecture. Located a mere 3 hours from Delhi off the Delhi - Jaipur highway, it is a charming and romantic hotel, offering a quiet, elegant and luxurious atmosphere. Each of the 43 spacious rooms and suites all with a balcony or patio are exclusive and decorated in traditional Rajasthani style. The interiors have intricate marblework, woodwork and fabrics that accentuate the guest rooms. The spacious rooms with marble, mosaic floorings, high ceilings, cotton woven rugs, antiques and beautifully carved four poster beds provide a sense of luxury. Within these luxurious surroundings are found the most modern amenities - a blend of contemporary comfort and traditional style.
Situated in the serenity of a small village, Samode Bagh is 4 kms from Samode Palace. This is a garden paradise spread over 20 acres, dotted with pavillions and and criscrossed with rippling fountains and waterways. Built 150 yrs ago, it has been converted into a luxury garden retreat by the Samode family. It offers air conditioned cottages well furnished with colorful cloth interiors on the walls and ceiling, spacious carpeted floors, attached dressing rooms, ensuite marble bathrooms and a private verandah. Apart from other numerous outdoor games here, one can also use the health club, sauna, jacuzzi and ayurvedic massage centre at the nearby Samode Palace Hotel.