(TAN): Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has secured its place among the top hotel companies worldwide, notably with Taj Hotels clinching the coveted title in the ‘World’s Finest Luxury Grand Palaces’ category at the 101 Executive Summit in Germany, IHCL said.
At the summit, IHCL MD and CEO Puneet Chhatwal said: “IHCL’s iconic brand Taj has been an industry leader for over a century. A proud custodian of India’s rich heritage, Taj has maintained a steadfast commitment to rekindle India’s glorious past by restoring some of the country’s most celebrated properties that date back to the pre-independence era.”
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Highlighting the significance of this recognition, Chhatwal expressed, “We are delighted to be recognized at the 101 Best Executive Summit. The award underlines IHCL’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and the delivery of unparalleled guest experiences at our hotels and resorts.”
The Taj brand stands as an intrinsic part of India’s historical narrative, renowned for preserving and showcasing the nation’s cultural heritage. Spread across key historic destinations including Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Gwalior, Hyderabad, Varanasi, and Mumbai, Taj Hotels focus on conserving the rich cultural tapestry of these regions.
A stay at a Taj Palace is an unparalleled experience. The acclaimed Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur, steeped in a 275-year history, stands as one of the world’s most photographed hotels. Guests are invited to relive Rajput hospitality at Rambagh Palace, Jaipur, acknowledged as the World’s No. 1 Hotel 2023 by TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards, originally the residence of royalty dating back to 1825.
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Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur, the erstwhile residence of the Jodhpur royal family, acclaimed as the World’s Best Hotel by Conde Nast Travellers Readers’ Choice awards, provides a glimpse into Indian royalty’s opulent past. Meanwhile, the 126-year-old Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, offers a captivating journey back in time.
IHCL’s enduring commitment to restoring and preserving these architectural marvels has solidified its position not just as a premier hospitality company but also as a custodian of India’s cultural heritage. This recognition further cements Taj Hotels’ standing as the epitome of luxury, history, and unparalleled guest experiences, marking a significant milestone in the hospitality industry’s global landscape.