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India Hotels and Resorts - India will sideswipe you with its size, clamour and diversity - but if you enjoy delving into convoluted cosmologies and thrive on sensual overload, then it is one of the most intricate and rewarding dramas unfolding on earth, and you'll quickly develop an abiding passion for it. Nothing in the country is ever quite predictable; the only thing to expect is the unexpected, which comes in many forms and will always want to sit next to you. India is a litmus test for many travellers - some are only too happy to leave, while others stay for a lifetime. The country's glorious diversity means there's an astonishing array of sacred sites, from immaculately kept Jain temples to weathered Buddhist stupas; there's history around every corner, with countless monuments, battle-scarred forts, abandoned cities and ancient ruins all having tales to tell; and there are beaches to satiate the most avid sun worshipper. On a personal level, however, India is going to be exactly what you make of it.

Taj Kuteeram Bangalore Hassaraghatta, Bangalore - INDIA Hotel Rating: Reserve Inquire View Rates

Kuteeram is a retreat that is a culture lover's dream come true. Set in the midst of nature, an hour's drive from Bangalore, this simple haven is part of a traditional Indian classical dance school. Visitors can witness an open-air dance performance, attend a spiritual discourse, learn Yoga or undergo Ayurvedic treatment for a disorder. The resort has 9 exclusive, mural adorned cottages, equipped with the basic modern amenities.

ACCOMMODATION: 9 cottages, including 3 suites. The cottages have a rough earthy feel about them, but offer all the modern day amenities and creature comforts. The décor in each cottage is unique. Ancient cave art, murals and paintings adorn rock-hewn walls, while ethnic furniture and original works of art add to the overall ambience.     RESTAURANT & BAR : Guests can savour low-fat Asian, European and Mediterranean specialties, indoors or outdoors, depending on their tastes. Kuteeram also has a lounge-cum-bar that serves fine spirits and wines.     BUSINESS FACILITIES : One room with a capacity of 35 persons auditorium-style. The lawns and terrace can be utilised for outdoor parties.   FACILITIES AND SERVICES : 24-hour facsimile facilities, car rentals, currency exchange, travel assistance, doctor-on-call and laundry services. Recreation : Ayurvedic centre, sessions on yoga and spirituality. Guests can also watch different types of Indian classical dance being taught via an ancient Gurukul system at Nrityagram.