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One of the oldest existing Palace built by the Dutch in India, Bolghatty Palace
is located in the scenic island popularly known as Bolgatty island in Kochi,
Kerala. In 1744AD, Dutch traders built this villa and it was later extended and
lush green gardens were landscaped around it. The building was then the
Governor's palace for the Dutch and later in 1909 was leased to the British. |
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Set amidst lush, tropical greenery, this prestigious heritage hotel with
spectacular scenery of the back waters all around is a place of quiet laid back
enchantment. The palace is a two-storeyed building with bath attached
well-decorated bedchambers and a huge lounge wherein historical portraits are
displayed. |
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The resort offers palace and
executive suits, deluxe rooms, honey moon and lake front cottages
along the edge of the backwaters for stay. The guests can enjoy a
beautiful calm and quite environment which facilitates a mini golf
course, swimming pool, Ayurvedic center and daily Kathakali
performances. Kochi (Cochin) one of the important towns in South
India, is the commercial hub of Kerala state with a natural harbour.
This dynamic city known as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea' has rapidly
industrialising suburbs with soaring land prices.
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The city has three main parts Fort Kochi, Willingdon Island and Ernakulam.
Bolghatty Island which is a long narrow peninsula, is situated at the opposite
side of the Ernakulam jetty across the backwaters. |
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The Bolgatty Island is a short but inspiring boat ride away from Kochi. The
commercial capital of Kerala is also blessed with monuments of great historic
relevance. One such monument is the Bolgatty Palace. Set amidst lush, tropical
greenery, this prestigious heritage hotel answers your quest for a holiday of
quiet enchantment. One of the oldest existing Dutch palaces outside Holland,
this quaint mansion was built way back in 1744 by a Dutch trader. In 1909 the
palace was leased to the British and it served as their residency till 1947 when
the British Raj came to an end in India.
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