Situated
in the southern part of Rajasthan, Kota is on a high sloping tableland
forming a part of the Malwa Plateau. Kota was once the part of the erstwhile
Rajput kingdom of Bundi and later separated from princely state in the 17th
century. Apart from the several monuments that reflect the erstwhile glory
of the town, Kota is quite popular for its palaces and gardens.
Getting there
Fly Away : Kota is connected by air. Jaipur 245 km is the other
convenient airport.
On Tracks :Kota is well served by regular superfast rail services
and is well linked to Bombay and Delhi.
On Wheels : Good network of road connection links with many
important cities in and outside the state.
Sightseeing Overview
Chambal Garden An enchanting lush garden at the Amar
Niwas, with surroundings make it a popular tourist spot offering enjoyable
boar rides.
Maharao Madho Singh Museum The museum showcases an array
of Rajput miniature paintings of the Kota school,exquisite
sculptures,frescoes and armoury. The museum also houses a rich repository of
artistic items used by the Kota rulers.
The Government Museum The museum showcases a rich
collection of rare coins, manuscripts and a representative selection of
Hadoti sculpture.
Jag Mandir Situated amidst the artificial lake of
Kishore Sagar constructed in 1346 AD by Prince Dher Deh of Bundi, stands the
enchanting little palace of Jag Mandir.
Quick Facts
Best Season Oct. - Feb
Area 193.58 sq. km.
Climate Mean Max. Mean Min.
Summer 42.2 degree C 29.7 degree C
Winter 25.5 degree C 11.5 degree C
Languages Rajasthani, Hindi, English
Excursions : Bardoli (48 km), Rana Pratap Sagar Dam and
Bhainsrodgarh (50-55 km), Bhanddeora Temple (Ramgarh) (110 km), Nahargarh
Fort (145 km), Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary (50 km.).
Experiencing The Heritage
BrijRaj Bhawan Palace
Location : 5 kms from the Airport and 3 kms from Railway station.
The palatial hotel is the current residence of the Maharao of Kotah and his
family. The Royal family resides in one half of the building, while the
other half has been turned into an exclusive hotel. The hotel has 7 rooms
including 4 double rooms, 2 suites and 1 single room. Both the suites have a
river view, and all bedrooms are well furnished. The hotel provides an array
of facilities for badminton, jeep safari, bird watching, and wildlife
safaris. An authentic local as well as Indian, Continental, Regional, and
Chinese food is available at the restaurant.
Umed
Bhawan Kot
Location : Airport : 6 km, Railway Station : 4 km, Bus Stand :3 km
Umed Bhawan Palace is a perfect blend of Rajput and Victorian architecture.
The green gardens and courtyards, picturesque ceilings, marble corridors,
treasure troves, hunting trophies of yesteryears and exquisite royal
heirlooms complete the regal picture. The hotel provides 25 air-conditioned
rooms including suit. The hotel facilities include; television with
satellite channels, telephone with direct dialing facilities, running hot
and cold water, credit cards and money exchange, jogging trail, badminton
court, croquet, carom and chess, doctor on call.
