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 About Bundi:
At the starting day of your exploration to the wildlife sanctuaries of Rajasthan, reach Delhi airport, travelers’ gateway, within midnight. Check in a hotel for night halt and dinner.
History:
Bundi was once the capital of one of the previous princely states of Rajasthan. As per history and record, the area of Bundi came under the rule of Chauhans in 12th century, and afterwards the descendent Chauhans made Bundi their center of power. In ancient years, Bundi was markedly colonized by numerous local tribes. Meenas is the name of one of the famous tribes, who ruled at Bundi. It is believed that from Bunda Meena, one of the former Meena kings the place Bundi owes its name.
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Culture:
Rich with a traditional cultural panorama of Rajasthan, Bundi is the ultimate place still needs to be explored by its visitors. The ancient monument and palaces of Bundi is rich with its architectural grandeur and structural splendor. The architectural magnificence of the monuments reflects the majesty of the erstwhile local Rajput chiefs. The walls of palaces of Bundi are decorated with life-size frescoes that portray the rich cultural wonder of its rulers.
Places to see:
Bundi is identified for 50 striking step wells or Baoris and tanks which marked the town's streets and by lanes. With attractive monuments including several impressive medieval forts, palaces, 'havelis', temples and 'Chhatris' with elegantly carved pillars and picturesque lake in the heart of the town, Bundi, makes itself a major traveler’s halt. Bundi is famous for its monuments and particularly the forts, which preserves the glorious legacy of the former Rajput rulers.
The Taragarh fort, prime means of attraction of Bundi, built in 1354, with its imposing structure of stone, is situated on a steep hill. It has enormous fortifications and ramparts. The Nagar Sagar Kund, a pair of identical, step wells is near Raniji-ki-Baoli, in the magnetism of the town, Bundi. Nawal Sagar, the artificial lake near the palace is an excellent tourist rest which is designed with a shrine at the center of the lake. Dhabhai Kund and Bhora-ji-ka-Kunda is other waterworks worth visiting in Bundi.
Eating out:
The travelers of Bundi are lured by several traditional Rajasthani cuisines. All types of spicy, hot, Veg and non- Veg items are ready to serve as per the wish of the visitors.
 Fairs and Festivals:
Bundi is popular for organizing Kajli-teej festival. This annual festival is held in July-August. Fairs and Festivals of Bundi are the mirror image of the vigor and lifestyle of its people.
General Travel Information:
How to Reach:
By Air: The closest airport is located at 220 kms from Bundi, i.e. the International Airport at Jaipur.
By Train: Kota, Agra, Chittorgarh, Benaras, and Jaipur are fairly connected Bundi with several rail heads.
By Road: The Hadoti region of Rajasthan known as Bundi is sited at a very pleasant location, fairly connected with other renowned spots of Rajasthan as Jaipur and Kota by Road.
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