"An art deco dame in Tamil Nadu, Visalam boutique hotel showcases the art and culture of Southern India in a palatial historic mansion. Each of the 15 sprawling guest rooms is uniquely decorated with antiques, vintage photographs and local textiles, and has large windows overlooking bougainvillea-brightened gardens and an equally colourful village. The welcoming staff and family offer daily dance workshops, lead cycling trips and can arrange ox-cart rides or cooking classes that showcase Chettinad’s famed fiery flavours." - Mr & Mrs Smith