Around Kota Important information

Tourist Acctration in Kota 

• Bundi
• Bundi Durg or Taragarh
• Garh Palace
• Chhatra Mahal
• Chitrashala
• Raniji -ki - Baori
• Nawal Sagar
• Sukh Mahal
• Pool Sagar
• Kshar Bagh
• Eighty Four Pillared Cenotaph 

Bundi (36 kms.) : The beautiful town nestled in a verdant valley is surrounded by the Aravalli hills on three sides and enclosed by huge walls with four gateways. Apicturesque lake in the centre adds to the beauty of Bundi. A medieval fortress stands sentinel to this city - a mute witness to history and time. Within the ramparts are majestic palaces, haveli s, temples and intricately carved cenotaphs. Bundi is also very well known for its exquisite paintings and murals.

Bundi Durg or Taragarh: The white coloured' Star fort' atop a thickly wooded hill was built in 1411, by Rao Raja Bar Singh. There are several interesting monuments and a huge reservoir within the fort.

Garh Palace : The palace set elegantly down the hillside and is one of the finest examples of Rajput architecture. It is approached by a steep, paved carriage way, through the Hazari Pol or the 'Gate of the Thousand'. The Naubat Khana and the Hathi Pol are some of the places of interest inside the palace.

Chhatra Mahal: It was built by Maharao Shatrusal Singhji and is famous for its murals in the miniature style. The beautiful small pool and 'Hathiya Sal' (each pillar with four wooden elephants) are also notable. Phool Mahal and Badal Mahal are worth visiting for their paintings. Prior permission of the secretary at Motimahal is required for the visit.

Chitrashala : The walls of this famous arcaded gallery are adorned with elaborate paintings depicting scenes from the 'Ragmala' and 'Raslila'. It is a must visit site.

Nawal Sagar: The serene square shaped artificial lake is interspersed by islets. A temple of Varuna (God of the Wind) stands half submerged in the middle of the lake. 

Raniji -ki - Baori: The 46 m. deep step well (Baori) outside the city walls has high arched gate and carved pillars. Beautiful murals adorn its pillars, torans and gates.

Sukh Mahal: The summer palace surrounded by a garden was built during the reign of Rao Raja Vishnu Singh on the banks of Sukh Sagar Lake.

Pool Sagar: The 20th century palace graced by formal gardens and an artificial tank is e res'dence of the erstwhile ruler.

Shikha Burj : The royal hunting lodge amid lush woods is a beautiful picnic spot.

Kshar Bagh : This ancient garden near the Shikar Burj cenotaphs of the Bundi royal family. The cenotaphs are noted for their rich architectural splendour.

Eighty Four Pillared Cenotaph : This majestic memorial was built by Rao Raja 1 in the memory of his foster brother. The cenotaph with 84 pillars along with a is an architectural marvel.