Amangalla - Galle, Sri Lanka

A stately grande dame in the city of Galle on Sri Lanka’s south coast, Amangalla has the period charm of a bygone era. Built in 1684, the historic edifice retains its heritage in every architectural and decorative detail

Polished teak floorboards date back to the building’s origins, and the interiors are decorated with antiques that span centuries. The windows look out over the 36-hectare hexagonal stone fort or the property's mature gardens

Galle Fort's tumultuous history spans more than 400 years; the streets are lined with old houses, their verandas still in use every afternoon. Set within its ramparts, Amangalla is an integral part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visit historic colonial buildings in Galle Fort, such as the Dutch-era Groote Kerk and the Governor’s house. Beyond the fort, excursions to temples, beaches and tea plantations offer insight into the region’s culture and natural beauty

A contemporary beach retreat near the fishing village of Tangalle in southern Sri Lanka

A Mughal-inspired resort on an historic garden estate in Rajasthan’s starkly beautiful Aravalli Hills

A tented camp in rural Rajasthan with daily tiger safaris into nearby Ranthambore National Park