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Raniji Ki Baori Bundi

Raniji Ki Baori, built in 1699 by Rani Nathavati Ji is one of the popular step wells in Bundi Town, Rajasthan. It is the largest Baori in Bund with about 50 stairs. During the medieval era, this baori was very popular meeting place for the local people for social and religious reasons. It has a narrow entrance with stone structures of elephants facing each other and is a multistoried structure. At the entrance, there are four pillars, which showcases beautiful figurine and there is a tall standing arch shaped gate.

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Garh Palace

Bundi’s Garh Palace has served as the residence of the royal family. One of the striking features of this palace is that it remained untouched by Mughal architectural influence.

 

The palace of Bundi paints a vivid picture of the opulence and grandeur of the royal lifestyle that Indian kings and queens led.

 

The architecture showcases traditional Rajasthani architecture in a measured blend with Deccani art elements. It stands as a testimony to the uniquely rich Bundi artwork.

 

The Garh Palace is being slowly reclaimed by nature as tall grasses have covered some parts of the complex.

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Sukh Mahal

Amidst the picturesque city of Bundi in Rajasthan, Sukh Mahal is an exquisite 18th-century summer palace that whispers tales of royal indulgence and grandeur which is built near Jait Sagar Lake. It was built during the reign of Umed Singh. The main highlight of Sukh Mahal is a stunning white marble Chhatri, or umbrella, perched on the terrace of the second storey of the palace.

This Chhatri is truly a sight to behold and is the epitome of elegance and grandeur. As the name suggests, the Sukh Mahal was designed to provide a haven of pleasure for the princesses,

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Nawal Sagar

Lake Nawal Sagar is one of the most important tourist attractions of Bundi. Different baoris surrounds this lake in all its sides. There is a Temple of Lord Varuna, i.e the Aryan God of Water, situated at the centre of this lake and it attracts large number of worshippers. The temple is partly underwater and boat service is available to help the followers to reach the temple.

The best aspect of the lake that primarily attracts the tourist is that it reflects a mirror image of the forts and palaces in its water. It was created with the aim of providing water to the various step wells that are there in Bundi to deal with water scarcity

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Dhabhai Kund

??L??ocated in Bundi, Rajasthan is an impressive landmark that showcases its rich historical grandeur. Constructed during the 17th century by Jaita? ??Meena ?as a nobleman's stepwell project, its magnificent architectural design includes exquisite carved steps leading down towards its water's edge and decorated walls showcasing exceptional artisanry of that time? ?. Amidst all this splendour lies an atmosphere of calmness which invites visitors to immerse themselves in this rich historical ambience and tranquil atmosphere - ideal for visiting tourists seeking out relaxation!

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Bundi Fort Palace

Thirty-six kilometres from Kota, in Rajasthan, lies the majestic small town of Bundi. Dotted with numerous magnificent forts and palaces all around, this town transports one back in the pages of history, to the age of valiant Kings, dazzling Queens and fairy tales.

The Garh Palace, the jewel in the crown of Bundi, has a number of petite palaces encircling the central majestic residence, built by various rulers down the pathways of history. Most of these palaces, built during the 17th and 18th centuries, carry innumerable tales of love, valour and sacrifice etched on their walls. 

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84 Pillared Cenotaph Bundi

84-Pillared Cenotaph is an umbrella situated at Devapura to the south of Bundi town in Rajasthan. Chaurasi Khambon ki Chhatri, as it is also known, was constructed in the year 1683 by the Maharaja of Bundi, Rao Raja Anirudh in memory of his nurse, Deva, under whose love and guidance the prince grew up. He was very fond of Deva, thus he constructed 84-Pillared Cenotaph in her honor. It is also widely known as "Music Maharani's Chhatri. It is said, that one cannot count all the 84 beams at a time.

The umbrella is a double storied structure that is beautifully decorated with artistic figures depicting the art that was prevalent back then. At the upper level, the core chattri is supported with 16 pillars. 

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Jait Sagar Lake

Jait Sagar Lake is for over 2 kilometers away from the town, which is situated adjacent to Taragarh hill. The lake is one of the most serene and picturesque location in Bundi that has been attracting many of the travel lovers. Jait Sagar Lake is a 1.5 km long lake that is surrounded by hills and is sprinkled with lotus during monsoon and winter months. Jait Sagar Lake, Bundi has Sukh Mahal on one of its banks, which happens to be a small summer palace with beautiful terraced gardens where Rudyard Kipling stayed when he was writing his novel Kim.

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Chitrashala

Chitrashala in Bundi, Rajasthan is an entrancing art gallery renowned for its remarkable wall paintings and murals depicting Lord Krishna and Radha's lives, along with depicting the region's rich cultural tapestry and heritage. Chitrashala stands as an exalted testament to Bundi's rich cultural legacy, inviting all art and history enthusiasts to come explore its hallways, leaving an unforgettable mark with its beauty and grandeur.

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Ramgarh Visdhari Tiger Reserve


Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve (RVTR), Bundi, was notified on 16, 2022, as the fourth tiger reserve in Rajasthan state and the 52nd tiger reserve in the country. Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve, Bundi, consists of 481.91 sq. km. as the core area and 1019.98 sq. km. as the buffer area, for a total area of 1501.89 sq. km. The administrative headquarter of RVTR is situated in Bundi, Rajasthan, but the tiger reserve is spread over 3 districts of Rajasthan, namely Bundi, Kota, and Bhilwara. The terrain is mostly rugged and hilly. The area is under to biogeographic classification 4A, which is the semi-arid zone of India.

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