Travel to Bundi


Bundi Tourism



The tiny city of Bundi lies perched on the narrow valley of the Aravalis. Gone are days of glory. But the remnants of palaces and forts still hark back to the past

Bundi has its own share of Rajasthan's cultural heritage too. Intricate paintings and murals of this region is also abiding lure for traveling to Bundi. If you have already traveled the major cities in Rajasthan, spend a night or two in this little township, take back unforgettable memories of a enchanting holiday.

If you want to relive the glory of the medieval royalty of India, you should travel to Bundi in Southern Rajasthan.Bundi is located at the foothills of a large hill with a lake in the heart of the town. Although not as famous as the other cities of Rajasthan, Bundi is loved by tourists for its serene atmosphere and picturesque landscape.

The history of Bundi dates back to the 12 th century during the age of Prithviraj Chauhan in Indian History. The tourist attractions in Bundi are its impressive medieval forts, palaces, havelis and temples. The prime attraction in Bundi is the Taragarh Fort built in the 14th century. The Bundi Palace adjacent to the fort has beautiful murals and reflects the glorious era of the Indian royalty.

How to Reach Bundi

Bundi is a beautiful town in the southern part of Rajasthan.

By Air

The nearest airport is the International Airport at Jaipur, which is 220 kms from Bundi.

By Rail

The railway station at Bundi has rail connections between Bundi and other important cities like Kota, Agra, Chittogarh, Benaras, Jaipur and so on.

By Road

Bundi is well connected by buses to Ajmer (5 hours), Kota (1 hour) and Jaipur(5hours).

Shopping in Bundi

Shopping in Bundi may not be as thrilling as in other cities of Rajasthan.But still a tourist can pick up souvenirs from the many shops in Bundi.The bazaars (markets) in Bundi are striking because they still retain their medieval look.

Bundi is famous for its cotton carpets, which you can find in the shops in the main bazaar. Bundi is also known for its paintings, especially miniature paintings marked by a particular green tint and almost lyrical in its creative expression.

One can also buy beautiful Kota sarees, stone statues, wooden toys, lac bangles or colorful odhnis (shawls) from this beautiful and colorful town in Rajasthan.

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Last Updated on : September 09, 2013