A luxury real estate account on Instagram has provided an exclusive glimpse into one of the most opulent residences in France—an Indian palace located within Normandy's exquisite Château du Champ de Bataille. The property, owned by renowned French architect and interior designer Jacques Garcia, has been meticulously restored and is available for rental, as reported by Barnes Luxury Rentals.

Indoor and outdoor pools, regal Indian interiors

Featuring both indoor and outdoor swimming pools alongside regal Indian decor, Jacques Garcia acquired the château in 1992 and has dedicated the last three decades to restoring it to its original splendor, adorning it with invaluable artwork, according to a 2023 article from the Daily Mail. It is said that the Indian palace was crafted by Jacques using 600 containers filled with historical antiques sourced from India, creating an ambiance reminiscent of an authentic Indian palace.

The Indian palace in Normandy provides a deep dive into traditional Indian aesthetics. A recent video shared by Drone Hub on Instagram showcased a tour of the palace's various rooms, which include a total of 10 bedrooms. The structure was deconstructed in India and meticulously reassembled in Normandy, featuring luxurious suites, each distinct, and lavishly decorated lounges in rich jewel tones such as red and blue.

Additionally, the intricately adorned property boasts a library integrated into the hallway, a hookah lounge, a tiger skin rug, a prayer and meditation room, as well as both indoor and outdoor pools. Notably, the impressive indoor pool located in the expansive bathroom is available for year-round use, while the outdoor pool extends an impressive 100 meters.

Here's a virtual tour:

'This not a replica, it is all original'

In the video presented by Drone Hub, the narrator remarked, “This is the most extraordinary home available for rent. We are in Normandy, France, and you can indeed rent this entire Indian palace, which is accessible by boat. The owner, Jacques Garcia, imported approximately 500 shipping containers filled with antiques and artifacts to create this Indian palace. Therefore, this is not a replica; it is all original, and as you can observe, the scale and detail are unparalleled.”

He remarked, "However, I am about to present something truly remarkable. Let us proceed down this elongated, narrow corridor to an ancient bathing, prayer, and meditation chamber. The fountains you observe require an investment of £20,000 (approximately ₹21.2 lakh) merely to activate. Therefore, I would like to inquire: if financial constraints were nonexistent, would you consider renting this Indian palace?"

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