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J ust a stone’s throw from Delhi ’s central iconic square Connaught Place, the Imperial New Delhi exudes the grandeur of an era gone by. Opened in 1931 as the cit y ’s first luxur y hotel, this heritage landmark remains a symbol of elegance, blending its storied past with modern refinements. Renovated in the early 2000s, the hotel has retained its historical allure while introducing contemporar y amenities such as a Mughal-st yle spa pavilion. A proud member of the Leading Hotels of the World, it was recently named South Asia’s Hotel of the Year by Preferred Hotels and Resor ts. Guests are greeted by a Sikh doorman in traditional attire complete with gold buttons and a red turban, setting the tone for a regal experience. I nside over 5,500 ar tworks, comprising the world ’s largest private I ndo -European collec tion, adorn the walls and are a fascinating way to delve into I ndia’s rich histor y. With 235 rooms and suites in splendid fin- de -siècle st yle, the palatial 4,000-square -foot Imperial Suite has antique furnishings, Persian rugs, luxurious facilities including as a steam room, sauna, and Jacuzzi. The Imperial New Delhi HISTORIC HOTEL | NEW DELHI 96 R ESORTS M AGAZINE