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Bundi Tour

Bundi has a lot of tourist attractions and places of interest that offer a walk back into the region’s glorious historical past. Once a summer retreat for kings and queens, Sukh Mahal is a two-storied palace where Rudyard Kipling penned his novel ‘Kim’. Kshar Bagh (also known as Saar Bagh) is where the royal family of Bundi state lay at rest.
The memorial cenotaphs mark the sites of former rulers of Bundi. Taragarh Fort is, hands down, the most beautiful tourist attraction in Bundi. Built in 13 45, the colossal structure, water reservoirs, impressive gateways and Rajput-styled palace at Taragarh fort makes it a must-visit destination for tourists.
The 84-pillared cenotaph is a mesmerizing architectural marvel in Bundi. Supported by 84 intricately carved columns with images of celestial nymphs, deer and elephants, the cenotaph was commission by Maharaja of Bundi and was dedicated to his beloved wet nurse Deva.
Raniji ki Baoli (Queen’s step well) was built in 1699 by Rani Nathavati. The step well is famous for intricate carvings and high arched gateways. Dabahi Kund and Nagar Sagar Kund are other step wells in the city.
Among from the human marvels at display in Bundi, presence of natural as well as artificial lakes is a cherry on the top of cake. Lake Jait Sagar an enchanting lake near Taragarh Fort which is enveloped by hills from all sides. Other lakes in Bundi include Nawal Sagar, Kanak Sagar and Phool Sagar.

Tourist Attractions in Bundi
Some of the famous tourist attractions you can visit when you travel to Bundi are listed below.

Taragarh Fort
Raja Rai Singh, one of the most trusted generals of Emperor Akbar, built the Junagarh Fort in 1593 AD. The fort is a classic blend of oriental and European forms of architecture. It is situated on the desert plain unlike other forts in Rajasthan that are situated on higher elevations. The Junagarh Fort has remained unconquered till date and has only two gates, the main entrance being the Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate. The fort also houses a number of magnificent palaces and gardens that are famous for their exquisite beauty.

Nawal Sagar
The Nawal Lake is one of the most picturesque spots you can visit when you travel to Bundi. At the center of this lake lies a half submerged temple dedicated to Varuna, the Aryan god of water. The beauty and serenity of this lake draws a huge number of tourists who are left spellbound by the magical way this lake reflects the entire city.

Sukh Mahal
The Sukh Mahal is a beautiful summer palace situated on the Sukh Sagar Lake. Surrounded by pretty gardens, this palace is believed to have an underground tunnel, which connects it to the old palace in the city of Bundi.

How to reach Bundi
Road : Bundi is connected to all the cities of Rajathan. You can move around Bundi on taxis and auto-rickshaws. Bicycles, which are easily available on hire, are also an excellent option to explore the city.
Rail : Bundi has a small railway station located at the southern end of the town. It is well connected to Agra and Kota by trains. Kota, which is 36 km away from Bundi, is the nearest railhead.
Air : The nearest airport is Jaipur, which is 206 km away.