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Bundi
Bundi
is surrounded by the Aravalli hills on three sides
and a massive wall with four gateways. It is one of
the historically rich cities in Rajastan. Once, it
was a part of Kota ruled by the Had Chauhans.
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In 1193 when Prithviraj
Chauhan was defeated by Sultan Mohammed Ghauri, some Chauhan
went to get shelter in Mewar and some warriors mooved towards
the Chambal valley and overpowered the Meena and Bhil tribals
to establishing their own kingdom. Later, two branches of
Hadas formed two separates states of Kota and Bundi. It
is a pace with interesting monuments, forts, palaces, havelis,
temples and lakes.Till date , the life in Bundi is untouchednby
the modern civilization.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Taragarh or The Star Fort
This fort was built in 1354 which is one of the most impressive
forts of Rajasthan. On the thickly wooded hill, this marvelous
white fort is really the jeweel of Bundi.
Chhattar Mahal
Chhattar Mahal is a palace
whch consist Hazari Pol or Gate of the thousand, the Naubat
Khana, the Hathi Pol with its old water clock and the Diwann-e-
Aam.
Chitrashala
Chitrashala is a fascinating
pavilion and gallery of miniature murals and paintings on
the walls with the story of ‘Ragmala’ and ‘Raaslila’.
Nawal Sagar
Its an artificial lake of
Nawal Sagar with a temple dedicated to lord Varuna, the
Aryan god of water. The reflection of the entire city and
the palaces can be seen in the lake which makes it a unique
attraction of Bundi.
Sukh Mahal
this is a magnificent palace
which was mainly used in summer as it is sorrounded by lush
greenary. It is believed that there was an underground tunnel
which conects Sukh Mahal to the old palace.
Eighty Four Pillared
Cenotaph
Its an amazing memorial with
84 pillars in a single cenotaph with a Shiva lingam. It
was erected by Rao Anirudh.
