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Quick Facts
Area 5,550 square km.
Languages: Rajasthani, Hindi, Urdu, English, Sindhi
Best Time To Visit: July-March

Bundi is the undiscovered splendour, 36 Kms from Kota ruled by the Hada Chauhans. First destination is HADOTI. Set in a narrow inclining gorge. The palaces and forts have fairy tale quality about them. Isolated and independent, this picturesque location has much to offer.

Rajput architecture shines and in the intricately carved brackets, pillars etc. Interesting places are Diwan-e- aam, Hathia Pol, and Naubat Khana. The Chitra SHALA has a colourful glimpse of history painted on ceilings and walls, making it an open art gallery.

The paintings of Bundi School are famous for its festivals, animals and birds scenes portrayed beautifully. During the state time Bundi was popular for hunting's and so are the hunting lodges like Phool Sagar Palace, Sukh Mahal and Shikar Burj.

What to See:

» Sukh Mahals » Sar Bagh

» Chhatra Mahal » Taragarh fort

Chaurasi Khambon ki Chhatri

Where to Stay:

» Hotel Vrindawati » Hotel Royal Retreat

» Hotel Brij Bushanji Haveli

» Hotel Ishwari Niwas Palace

Shopping:
Just like any other city in Rajasthan, Bundi is also known for its paintings, especially miniature paintings marked by a particular green tint and almost lyrical in its creative expression.

Accessibility:
By Air - Jaipur (206 km from Bundi) is the nearest airport.
By Rail - Regular train services link Bundi with all major cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Ahmedabad.
by surface - There is a well-connected network of buses that ply to and fro from Bundi connecting it to major towns and cities in north India.

Suggested Itineraries : Rajasthan Desert Tour | Rajasthan Forts & Palaces Tour