Bundi is a magnificent town located around 36 kilometres from Kota. Bundi’s charm lies in its location –surrounded by orchards of orange, guava, flanked by the Aravalli range and rivers and lined by fields of cotton, barley and wheat. Situated far from the crowds, it is the simple rural folk that lend Bundi its allure.
Sukh Mahal, a small, two-storied palace was a summer retreat of past rulers. Today, it is quite famous for being the place where Kipling wrote ‘Kim’. Many credit the palace as a having played muse to the renowned novel. In fact, part of a movie based on the novel was even shot here.
Built in 1345, Taragarh is one of the most impressive structures in Bundi. While it may be a bit ramshackle and strewn with overgrown vegetation, the palace grounds are a great place for a leisurely stroll. With its curved roofs topping pavilions, the palace is a tribute to Rajput style.
As the name suggests, the 84 Pillared Cenotaph is a structure supported by 84 columns. Commissioned by Rao Anirudh, the Maharaja of Bundi, this cenotaph is a tribute to his beloved wet nurse, Deva, who he loved dearly. This is very beautiful and peaceful place in bundi. A popular tourist attraction, this impressive structure is decorated with carvings of deer, elephants and apsaras.
The steep climb to the Garh Palace in Bundi ends at two main gates that are used for entrance. Of these two gates, the most popular is the Hathi Pole. This gate is a huge architectural feat that evokes a sense of grandeur. The gate has two elephants depicting blowing bugles, Marking the entrance of the Garh Palace, the Hathi Pole forms a major point of attraction in Bundi.
The Garh Palace in Bundi is counted among the largest palaces in India, even if it is a little less known. Inside, the palace is a collection a number of palaces that were built by different rulers over the span of 3 centuries. Garh Palace is known for its Rajput architecture, which is easily noticeable in the jharokhas and pillars, many of which sport elephant carvings.
Seven Wonders Park has miniature paintings of seven wonders of the world, which is famous as Seven Wonders of Kota. The Taj Mahal, The Great Pyramid, The Eiffel Tower, Christ the Redeemer of Brazil, The Leaning Tower of Pisa, The Colosseum, and The Statue of Liberty.
Jag Mandir is the central attraction in the picturesque Kishore Sagar artificial lake. It is a cute noteworthy palace located right on the center of the lake, placed perfectly on a small island. The temple was built on behalf of one of the queens of Kota on 1740. The architectural style of the Jag Mandir is amazing.
It comprises a 3-km-long riverfront, 22 ghats, a musical fountain, a bell weighing 82,000 kg, and a statue of Chambal Mata. The inauguration ceremony will be attended by actor DeepVeer Singh and folk dancers from across the state.
