Located 2000 feet in the Kangra Valley, Judge’s Court is Pragpur’s most esteemed address. The 300 years’ old luxury heritage hotel offers a peek into history and comfortable surrounds to explore the Kangra region. The long-established grand reputation still stands strong in the manor, with spacious rooms, sprawling living areas, gardens and the distinct red coloured walls, reminiscent of the ancestral cottage. The heritage hotel affords glamorous vistas of the Himalayas and the access to historical delights such as the paintings of Kangra and home of Dalai Lama. Back at the property, it’s pure indulgence. This is definitely, one of the best heritage places to stay in Himachal Pradesh.

The sophistication meter of this wonderful manor soars high. Judge’s Court has two distinct buildings - the manor built in Indo-European style by Bhandari Ram for his son, Justice Sir Jai Lal in 1918 and the other, an ancestral cottage which is 300 years old. This is no run-of-the-mill hotel; it stands in the middle of a 12-acre orchard. The interiors are elegant and reminiscent of the early 20th century décor, with every corner filled with vintage furniture and art. Even when you venture outside, the elegance does not leave you. Sprawling gardens and artistic flair can be appreciated outside as well. Each of the rooms have a distinct and graceful décor.

Dining at Judge’s Court is a sophisticated affair with a sprawling breakfast spread that can be eaten in the garden. Buffets comprising of local cuisines and Continental dishes are exemplary.

Apart from relaxing at the property, discover Pragpur with the help of curated experiences. Pragpur is a heritage village (along with the close by Garli) developed for tourism. It was founded three centuries ago and is still reminiscent of a bygone era with cobble-stone streets and vintage shops. The mighty Dhauladhar mountains and the ancient temples of the town offer ample for the soul. The local fairs and festivals are a window into the culture of Kangra – a local experience can be arranged to see this.