Remembering 26/11: Taj Hotel -Then and Now
The Taj, which opened in 1903, is India's most famous hotel and also one of its most luxurious. After the 26/11 attacks the hotel's interiors were charred.
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Remembering 26/11: Taj Hotel -Then and NowThe Taj, which opened in 1903, is India's most famous hotel and also one of its most luxurious. After the 26/11 attacks the hotel's interiors were charred. Its walls were marred by bullet holes and grenade blasts, its corridors were soaked in blood. The hotel has now been renovated back to full glory.
Through this photofeature, we take a look at The Taj immediately after the Mumbai attacks and now. -
Remembering 26/11: Taj Hotel -Then and NowHigh-end technology and interactive multimedia systems at the touch of a button ensure that the guest's experiences are wired for efficiency and comfort. Taj Club rooms and suites come with chauffeur-driven luxurious Jaguar transfers. (Image courtesy: Associated Press) -
Remembering 26/11: Taj Hotel -Then and NowGuests in the palace wing will get to experience the attentive and personalised 'Palace Butler Service' where the butler will discreetly and efficiently guide them in the hotel. (Image courtesy: Agence France Presse) -
Remembering 26/11: Taj Hotel -Then and NowInternationally acclaimed designers like Lissoni Associati from Milan, BAMO from San Francisco, DesignWilkes from Malaysia and James Park Associates from Singapore carried out the extensive restoration of the heritage wing of the hotel. (Image courtesy: Associated Press) -
Remembering 26/11: Taj Hotel -Then and NowThe Taj Hotel was even visited by US President Barack Obama on his 3-day Presidential trip to India. He began his tour on a sombre and symbolic note, by paying respects to the victims of the 2008 terrorist siege at the hotel.
