Step Back 200 Years in Architecture and Heritage
Located on the Bangalore Pune highway, Rau Garhi is a living monument and tribute to the traditional Maharashtrian architecture. A Garhi refers to a fortified Wada (mansion) constructed on land. Remarkably, this structure represents an architectural style that had not been executed in nearly 200 years.
Built with painstaking craftsmanship, the Garhi features hand-cut stones, lime mortar instead of cement, and traditional brickwork. And also specialized Rohtak domes crafted on-site by artisans brought from Rajasthan.
Historic Woodwork, Peshwa-Era Doors & Vintage Details
Every inch of Rau Garhi has been restored using repurposed, historic materials. The timber used throughout the building was salvaged over years from wadas, old government buildings, and ancient monuments.
The highlight of the architecture are the massive, 300 to 400-year-old Peshwa-era doors. Installed without modern hinges using traditional pivot mechanisms. These doors weigh hundreds of kilograms each and require 10 to 15 people to maneuver. From the moment you step inside, the microclimate created by the thick stone & lime keeps the interior naturally cool & comfortable. Making you feel as though you have stepped back into 18th-century Maharashtra.
Modern Amenities & Traveler Convenience
Rau Garhi offers clean, well-maintained outdoor washrooms, making it a reliable and comfortable stopover for families and long-distance travelers.
Food & Culinary Highlights
Rau Garhi features an extensive menu spanning breakfast, regional gravies, starters, Maharashtrian and North Indian gravies.
Breakfast & Afternoon Snacks (Served until 12:00 PM & resuming at 4:00 PM)
- Kothimbir Vadi: Golden-crisp on the outside with a soft inside, finished with a toasted sesame seed garnish. Well-balanced in spice and moisture.
- Ghavan: Soft, lacelike rice crepes served alongside traditional groundnut chutney, fresh coconut chutney, and Gholavne (sweetened jaggery milk).
Appetizers & Starters
- Paneer Cotton Tikka: Soft paneer cubes stuffed with cheese, marinated in tandoori spices, and grilled in the tandoor. It offers a rich, creamy bite with a mild spice profile.
Maharashtrian Regional Main Course
- Satari Sandge Gravy: Authentic Satara-style dried lentil dumplings (sandge) served in a thin, vibrant red gravy. Deeply flavorful and aromatic without being overwhelmingly spicy, pairing ideally with chapati or bhakri.
- Udid Dal Ghuta: Coarsely ground black lentils cooked in a fresh green vatan (herb and chili paste) base. Light, neutral, and comfort-style. Best paired with rice.
Specialty Punjabi & North Indian Gravies
- Paneer Musallam: A vegetarian adaptation of the classic Murgh Musallam. Minced paneer bhurji is stuffed inside paneer slabs, shallow-fried, and simmered in a rich paneer-based gravy. Serves up to 3 people.
- Kaju Maratha: Cashews simmered in a spicy, tangy Veg Maratha gravy. The rich nuttiness of the cashews balances the heat of the gravy. Serves 2 people.
Dessert
- Ukadiche Modak with Ghee: A generous, traditional steamed rice-flour dumpling stuffed with sweet jaggery and fresh coconut, served drizzled with hot melted ghee.
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