Kota Tour

About Kota:
AThe stunning place of Rajasthan, Kota is full of jollity, cheer which carefully remained in colorful history. Located on the shores of Chambal River, Kota, known for the Asia's largest fertilizer plant, exactitude instrument unit and atomic power station lays in a very close periphery. Chemicals, fertilizers, synthetic fibers, tyrecord, sophisticated instruments are the reasons behind coming the city in the lime light. The landmark of the city is its imposing fort overlooking the modern Chambal Valley Project.

History:
The history of the city dates back to the 12th century A.D. Emperor Jahangir declared Kota a separate province in 17th century, which came under the rule of Rao Madho Singh the successor to the throne of Kota. Placed on the eastern shore of the Chambal River, Kota was counted as the princely state of Bundi under the rule of the Chauhans

Culture:
At the eastern bank of the Chambal River lays Kota - an astonishing cultural juxtaposition of the majestic medieval age and modern industrialization temples. Popular for its ancient palaces, havelis or mansions and castles, Kota is also familiar as a modern settlement for its natural and man made marvels. Kota is a part of the southeastern region of Rajasthan, known as Hadoti. The spot is popular for the Rajput valor, culture and traditions.

Places to see:
The Brij Raj Bhawan Palace, Jag Mandir and island Palace, striking havelis, regal cenotaphs are noteworthy attractions of Kota. Kota Fort is the prime means of attractions of the spot. Enduring the material qualities, Kota is mainly the stunning and charming sites that form the basis of Rajasthan travel and Tourism.
Enormous forts, glorious palaces, along with the striking wildlife, charming waterways and fragile fresco paintings of Kota is accountable in making the place a major travel destination of Rajasthan. The commanding fort, the dams- Kota Barrage, Gandhi Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Jawahar Sagar are the evidence of making Kota an extremely princely spot of Rajasthan.   

Eating out:
The travelers of Kota are lured by both vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes. The traditional Rajasthani cuisines are also available in Kota to pamper the taste buds of its tourists.

Fairs and Festivals:
Dussehra is the leading festivals celebrated with great pomp and dignity by the people of Kota.

General Travel Information:

How to Reach Kota:

By Air: Though there is a small airport at Kota, the central international airport providing regular flight services at Jaipur (240 km) connects the place to the rest of the world.

By Train:Kota has also a railhead that links the city with other major railway junctions of the state.

By Road: Situates on the NH 12 (Jaipur Jabalpur Highway) Kota has offered an outstanding road links and thus granted as one of the vital industrial hubs of Rajasthan.