Bassi Fort which glorifies the history of Chundawat clan was built in the 16th Century by Thakur Jaimal of Sisodia dynasty, cousin of Maharana Pratap, the founder of Bassi principality. He was a great warrior who fought many a gallant battles and has numerous brilliant victories to his credit. Six of the ancestors of Rawat Sahib Kesri Singh Ji, the present head of Bassi, Chundawat family laid down their lives defending Mewar and the famous Chittorgarh Fort. It is the citadel where were enacted the immortal episodes of sacrifice and heroism.

Set picturesquely amid hills, the quiet luxury of the palace offers a retreat into an aesthetically beautiful environment. Its towering gates, domes, arches, corridors and Mahals takes one back to the Royal Magnificence of the past and the age of chivalry.

The 16th Century home of the Mewar Nobility has been painstakingly restored preserving its old charm, decor and grandeur with, comfort and ambience that will embrace your senses.

It has 16 well appointed rooms. All the suits/rooms are spacious with Jharokhas, attached with running hot and cold water, dressing rooms and attractively appointed sitting rooms/ areas the period furniture.

Besides the above, there are well laid out Lobby/Drawing room, Dining hall, Bar and public areas like Gardens, Terrace, Battlements etc. There is a vast area for parking vehicles.

Wake up to the sounds of humming birds, calling peacocks and enjoy clean and fresh air descending from the Fort on the hill over looking your rooms. If lucky, you may spot peacocks dancing to the rhythm of morning breeze in the palace gardens.

Landscaped multilevel gardens with waterfall and sprawling lawns are very enchanting. You can also avail the opportunity to have 'darshan' (sight) of very rare and the most sacred tree "KALP VRAKSHA" or sit under it, meditate and seek blessings of the God Almighty. A wish wished here, it is said comes true.

Enjoy the exciting visit to the adjoining wildlife sanctuary which boasts of panthers, wild-boars, antelope, deer and birds. Meet the local tribals and take part in their daily rituals and dances. Bassi wild life sanctuary is just ten minutes drive from the Palace on the western fringes of Vindhyachal Ranges with series of table lands, gentle slopes and lakes, providing you an opportunity for viewing animals by boat and angling.

The hunting Lodge set amidst the serene Vindhyachal Ranges over looking the Orai and Bassi Lakes, is the perfect place for the adventure seekers. You can approach the Lodge either through lake by boat or driving through the sanctuary.

Ten minutes drive through the country side will take you to the Hill Top Resort and the Tented Camp over looking the Bassi Lake and the wild life sanctuary. One of the most stimulating ways to enjoy there is to spend an evening by the camp fire. A barbecue and deliciously prepared Rajasthani food quite perfects the evening. Folk songs and tribal dances would well be unforgettable highlights of your visit to the resort.

Thirty minutes by car to West of Bassi is the 7th Century Chittorgarh Fort. It has witnessed some of the bloodiest battles in history. It is testimony to some of the most heroic deeds of valor and sacrifice. The fort is a Treasure house of History and historical monuments. On way to Chittorgarh you may visit Nagri known for Maurya era excavations and 60 kms to the East on Bundi road lies Menal"Mini Khajuraho".

Come stay with us, experience the ambience of historic living in Royal luxury with a blend of modern amenities and rediscover the romance of history. We offer you a "Home Away From Home" in a Royal ambience.

Location

Bassi Fort palace is located 24 kms from Chittorgarh on Udaipur Chittorgarh-Bundi-Kota National Highway No. 76.

Bassi is well connected by Air, Road, and Train with important Tourist destinations of Rajasthan

Activities

There are numerous activities available for the guest in and around Bassi. Some of the fascinating activities are as under :-

Fairs and Festivals

Besides Holi and Deepavali the following fairs and festivals are celebrated at Bassi with much pomp and show. Guests are cordially invited to be part of these celebrations:

• Gangaur
• Jal Joolni Ekadashi
• Dushera
• Moharram
• Tejaji Fair

Outing To Tourist Resort

It is organized with camp fire, cultural show, barbecue and dinner.

Picnic At Hunting Lodge

Picnic at Hunting Lodge is very exciting and event full. Guests are taken to the lodge either by road, driving through the Wild Life Sanctuary or by boat through the lake.

Village Ramble

Guest visit the village craftsmen do sightseeing and shopping.

Theme Parties

Special theme parties are organized in the palace/Tourist Resort as per desire of the guest.

Functions

Special functions are organized to celebrate Holi, Deepawali and various other festivals with cultural shows followed by dinner.

Trekking/Hill Walking

For those who are outdoor type and enjoy being 'at one with nature' there is area for Trekking/Hill-walking just behind the Palace. Some of the trek routes pass through tribal areas where one can contemplate an India that has remained almost unchanged even as empires have come and gone.

Other activities which are organized

• Royal Welcome
• Jeep Safaris
• Horse Safaris on prior notice
• Boating and Angling
• Visit to Wild Life Sanctuary by road/boat
• Visit to Tribal areas
• Village Ramble
• Folk Dances
• Gala Dinner with Cultural Show/Folk dances
• New year Eve's special programmers
• Traditional Royal marriages