Bhanwar Vilas Palace is a series of delightful discoveries-from the first awe-inspiring glimpse of its magnificent façade standing out against the ancient town of Karauli, to an exploration of its edgy decor aesthetic-an eclectic melding of Oriental and Art Deco forms. Built in 1938 it is the family home of Maharaja Krishna Chandra Pal, who is the 181st in an illustrious line tracing itself back to Lord Krishna and is the head of the YaduvanshiRajputs. Bhanwar Vilas Palace is a series of delightful discoveries-from its magnificent facade set in 50 acre grounds, to an exploration of its decor aesthetic-an eclectic melding of Oriental and Art Deco forms. Built in 1938 it is the family home of Maharaja Krishna Chandra Pal, who is the 181st in an illustrious line tracing itself back to Lord Krishna and is the head of the Yaduvanshi Rajputs. A stay with the family offers a composite understanding of the unique culture of this area. Join us on an extravagant spiritual and cultural voyage, amidst gracious, regal hospitality. The organic fields and vegetable gardens, the stables with rare palomino Marwari horses, the organic dairy, and the garages with vintage cars and ancient palanquins and howdahs ensure that every moment is a fresh discovery. Cool off in the swimming pool, relax with a massage or dress in traditional regalia for a dinner under the stars, after a culinary workshop. Karauli is a historic destination and we provide excursions for every age and interest; from the City Palace and the ancient forts of Bhadarpur, Devgir and Utgir for the history and art buffs, to the Kailadevi Temple for the spiritually inclined and the Kailadevi Sanctuary for nature lovers.