The chhatri on the roof faces east, which is why it was built there: the first light comes across the fort and through its eight arches before it reaches the lanes below.
From October a teacher from the old city leads a forty-minute practice there at 06:30 every day except Monday. Mats and water are set out; nothing needs booking. Beginners are welcome, and the practice is gentle by design — it is meant to be the first thing in the day, not the hardest.
Chai follows on the terrace. Guests who would rather practise alone can have the chhatri to themselves from 07:30.