Bundi

It is a historical city, on the banks of Mej river, that once was the capital city of a princely state. It attained the pinnacle of glory and then lost importance within a short span of time. But the heritage city has shown great character and still holds the aura, regality and charm of the bygone era. Be ready to be awed by the monuments, mesmerised by the Aravali range of mountains overlooking the Mej, find yourself walking around and around inside one of the biggest palaces of India, lose count of the nearly 50 stepwells, experience the rustic laidback nature of the city and be inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s quote, ‘…palace of Bundi, is such a palace men build for themselves in uneasy dreams..’. Bundi is about 40 kilometres away from Kota, the district headquarters. The city has a rail route connection and the nearest air link is at Jaipur approximately 200 kilometres away.

Garh Palace
The structure is a combination of three palaces built by different rulers over a period of time. The palace has artistic balconies, galleries, ceilings apart from paintings and sculptures. The important places to view in the palace are Ratan Mahal, Phool Mahal, Hathi Pole, Badal Mahal and Chhatar Mahal, all of which in isolation are beautiful creations. The original paintings on display at Chitrasala are one of a kind.

Shikar Burj
This impressive structure was used as a hunting lodge and is located on the outskirts of the city in between the mountain ranges. The long structure has an attractive balcony.

Taragarh Fort
Located close to the Garh palace, the fort built in 1345 is now unkempt and shrubs are taking over the structures. Visitors walking along the fort walls can get an idea of how large the fort was. A cleaner fort would surely impress the visitors more.

Rani Ji Ki Baori and other step wells
Constructed in 1699, it is the best step well of Bundi. The more than 150 feet deep stepwell is artistic, large, beautifully built and has paintings and sculptures that have survived to the day. The entrance arch prior to the bathing place evokes the grandeur of the bygone days. Janana Sagar, Ganga Sagar, Bhora Ji Ka Kund, Abhaynath Ki Baori and Dabhai Kund are the other stepwells open to the public.

Bhimlat Mahadev Waterfall
It is a seasonal waterfall located 35 kilometres from Bundi town. Only during monsoon, when the water is released from the dam upstream, this 100 ft tall waterfall comes to life. The rock face is more than 130 feet in width. If the water level is full to the brim, then it is a spectacular view. There is an ancient temple of Mahadev near the waterfall.