Download ITC Wallpapers 2007
   

The ITC Wallpapers 2007 showcase different facets of the ITC Welcomgroup chain of hotels and pay a tribute to the traditions of Indian hospitality through miniature paintings. There are two sets of wallpapers for downloading.
   

The ITC-Welcomgroup chain of hotels has made a fine art of hospitality. Up-to-date facilities, superior service, elegant dining and state-of-the-art technology combine to provide guests the ultimate experience in comfort and luxury. These Wallpapers celebrate the fine art of hospitality.
  

The second series highlights the time-honoured Indian Tradition which emphasizes that a guest is regarded as God: Atithi Devo Bhava, a concept which has been widely used as a theme in the visual arts and miniature paintings. The painting in each month's wallpaper reveals an occasion for hospitality and rituals associated with it.
  
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ITC-Welcomgroup - The fine art of hospitality
  
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In the heart of Delhi’s diplomatic enclave, ITC Maurya recalls the Golden Age of the Mauryan Dynasty - the first dynasty of India’s empire builders, way back in the 3rd century BC. The architecture of the hotel rises up in steps, in the style of a Buddhist Stupa. The central lobby recreates the panelled dome of a Chaitya, or Buddhist hall of worship within which nestles a splendid mural showing India in all its diversity. ITC Grand Maratha in Mumbai,takes a page from the city’s vibrant past with its stone-clad colonial architecture and dome that dominates the skyline. Within its walls the indomitable pride of the martial Marathas is captured through artifacts and indigenous crafts. A resplendent feature of the hotel is the central atrium, which showcases hand-crafted latticework screens rising up to the ceiling, while a whole range of its branded restaurants, line the two sides, much like the bazaars and streets of Mumbai. Standing tall, rather like a red brick sentinel, is the ITC Grand Central, towering protectively over the flourishing districts of south and central Mumbai. India's tallest hotel, it boasts a spire that captures the Gothic architectural mood of buildings dating back to colonial 'Bombay' such as the High Court and Raja Bai Towers, and offers a 360-degree breath-taking view of the city and the sea. A tribute to the golden era of Bengal, ITC Sonar Bangla, offers a fascinating and ingenious juxtaposition of beautiful vistas, louvered screens, stone sculptures and landscaped water bodies. Created in today’s popular uncluttered style, the architectural design is distinctly eastern, capturing the essence of the region’s b ganbaris, through water bodies resplendent with water lilies.
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May June July August
Picturesque and elegant, ITC Windsor Manor recreates the sophistication of the Regency period in cosmopolitan Bangalore- the beautiful ‘Garden City’ of India. Designed as a Regency Manor, it has a pristine white façade, splendid wood paneling and décor to match. The age of the Kakatiya Dynasty was the inspiration for ITC Kakatiya at Hyderabad. The cultural grace, the glory of history and tradition, can be seen in the unique crafts that fill every corner of the hotel’s interiors - pillars, intricately carved screens and carved figures The Chola Dynasty, that ruled in the region was the inspiration for ITC-Welcomgroup’s first hotel, the Chola Sheraton in Chennai. The Cholas were known for their contribution to the development of various arts and crafts in the region. The medieval charm of Agra acts as a befitting backdrop to the ITC Mughal. A proud recipient of the prestigious ‘Aga Khan’ Award for Excellence in Architecture, the hotel recreates the architectural style of the Mughal Dynasty through geometrical proportions and layout of spaces; delicate use of marble; landscaped courtyards, gardens and water bodies.
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September October November December
Designed in the style of a sprawling traditional haveli, Rajputana Palace Sheraton has a red brick exterior rising to different levels around a central area. Long corridors, secluded courtyards and simplified latticework offer Rajasthani architecture in a modern uncluttered and contemporary idiom. Standing tall in bustling metropolises across India the WelcomHotels express their understanding of the pulse of modern India - globally aware, dynamic and discerning, appreciative of the tastes and opportunities of a contemporary lifestyle. Led by the sumptuous interiors and granite, red sandstone and curtain wall façade of the flagship WelcomHotel New Delhi in the new, vibrant commercial centre of Saket in South Delhi, the architecture of every WelcomHotel emerges from its milieu to embrace joyfully a contemporary dialogue with the traditional. Synonymous with the quality and luxury of ITC Hotels is the legendary brand Bukhara, rated time and again the Best Indian Restaurant in the world. The restaurant's stone-clad walls and rough, hewn furniture evoke the rustic origins of the cuisine while, from the open kitchen, the warmth of the tandoor accompanies each mouth-watering offering. In keeping with its philosophy of leadership in terms of authentic taste, ITC Hotels presents distinctive experiences of international cuisine at Dublin. Dublin is the quintessential Irish Pub, where people get together, drawn as much by the range and quality of its beverages as by the lively exuberance of an intimate dance floor. The many moods of its décor make it the ideal setting for private get-togethers. Set in the modern western style, West View's Mediterranean mood and comfortable seating gives it the ideal ambience to savour continental specialities with élan.
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Atithi Devo Bhava
   
January February March April
Shakuntala receives King Dushyanta at the hermitage of Sage Kanva, welcoming him with a traditional sandalwood tilak, and then washing his feet. As the Sage is away, Shakuntala plays the role of hostess and ensures that the distinguished guest is received with due honour. Thakur Jaswant Singh hatti of Jaisalmer welcoming a royal guest. Sprinkling rosewater or offering perfume was one of the customary modes of receiving a guest, a ritual that still prevails. The ladies of the court welcome the royal visitor with music and song, also a characteristic feature of an Indian welcome. Krishna washing Sudama’s feet - this gesture is a traditional aspect of Indian hospitality and the theme of several miniature paintings. When Sudama, a poor Brahmin, visits his friend Krishna, he is seated on a golden chowki while Krishna washes his feet. The disparity in their status makes no difference to the warmth of Krishna’s welcome or the demands of hospitality. In Indian tradition, even seasons are welcomed as guests. The season of spring loads trees with golden mangoes, gardens with flowers and the sky with colourful parrots. Spring, the season of love and colour, is welcomed with garlands as a most desired guest.
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May June July August
Maharana Jagat Singh II, the senior-most king of Rajputana, taking Rao Durjan Sal of Kotah, his guest and brother-in-law, on a tour of Mewar in his royal palanquin. The presence of the entire court and other Rajput chieftains indicates that this was no ordinary ceremonial tour but a state visit. Princess Gulrukh Bano hosts a pleasure trip for her friends. The soft grass is a soothing cushion, the tree a canopy, the rivulet is music and the aquatic birds the dancers. The princess has musicians in her entourage, as well as refreshments and a hookah to entertain her friends. Village women provide water to an unknown soldier. The ritual of serving guests with food, water and shelter is a basic tenet of Indian hospitality. The village women therefore go out of their way to ensure that the thirsty stranger is given water from their well. Babur feasting with Uzbeg, Qizilbash and Hindu envoys - when a ruler or politician extended his hospitality to a foreign envoy, the gesture was often a diplomatic tool. Here the visiting dignitaries are seen seated beside Babur at the head of the ‘dastarkhwan’ while the amirs and nobles of Babur’s court occupy another tent.
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September October November December
Sabari welcomes Lord Rama to her hermitage. While wandering through the forest in search of Sita, Rama arrives at the ashram of Sabari, a simple tribal woman. She has nothing to offer but wild plums and tastes each to ascertain that it is sweet before she gives it to her guest. This touching episode from the Rama-katha symbolically represents the gesture of offering the best food to a guest. Young prince Aurangzeb embraces the grandson of Nazar Muhammad Khan, chief of Balkh in Central Asia. As instructed by his father Shahjahan, Aurangzeb invited Nazar Muhammad to return his territories after he had accepted Mughal supremacy. Nazar Muhammad sends his grandson as his representative. Aurangzeb receives Nazar Muhammad’s grandson as one prince would another, with warmth and state honour. Tara and her son Angad welcome Lakshmana to Kishkindha. The occasion is delicate as the monkey king Sugriva had not kept his promise to Rama to search for Sita. Tara and Angad, the erring Sugriva’s wife and son, rush to the gates of the kingdom to greet their distinguished guest Lakshmana with folded hands. Elaborate preparations are made for an eagerly awaited guest. The drinks and food are laid out while a maid prepares garlands. The guest is seated on a golden couch and the beautiful hostess at his feet. Her hands are guided by the formal custom of offering a betel leaf, as her mesmerised eyes look at him.
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