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| Rani ji Ki Baori : 17th Century |
 Bundi
ia a city of Baoris and Kunds (stepwells) which were
constructed by the Kings, Queens and the affluent members
of the society. The commissioning of a baori was privilege,
so whoever could afford the cost got them constructed
for their utilatarian value and aesthetics, More then
50 baories and Kunds exists in and around Bundi and
are a marvel of craftmanship and
architecture. Some of them are a Must see for the tourists.
Built in the year 1699 A.D. by mother-queen nathavati
ji during her son Budh Singh's time it is adorned
with finely sclupted pillars and arches. It is a multistoreyed
structure with places of worship on each floor.
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| Kshar Bagh : 16th Century (Mausoleum) onwards |
Nestled between the hills and streams, this final resting place of the Royalty has artistically sculpted cenotaphs of the Kings and Queens of Bundi. The Cenotaphs are sculpted from fine yellow sandstone and marble. The oldest cenotaph is of Duda (1540 A.D.) and the most artistic is of MahaRao Raja Vishnu Singh (1822 A.D.) |
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| Phool Sagar : 17th Century |
 The Queen of RaoRaja Bhoja, Phool Lata got an artificial Lake constructed in a secluded place between two hills. A stepwell and living quarters were added later. Now a modern palace with all its additions stands a little ahead of the lake and it is a personal property of the descendents of the royal family. Prior permission has to be sought to visit the complex. Still a visit to the Phool Sagar is worth taking for sheer natural beauty and quiet. |
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| Taragarh Fort : 14th Century |
It is one of the most impressive forts in Rajasthan atop a 430 m. high hill. It has four enormous tanks to cater to the water requirement of the fort. Observe the fort architecture, its invincible ramparts and its inaccesibility. The panoramic view of Bundi from the top is a delightful experience. |
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| The Garh Palace : 17th Century |
 Built during the reigns of different kings, Chhatra Mahal, Badal Mahal, Phool Mahal and Aniruddha Mahal form the parts of the palace complex. Donot forget to visit the famous Chitrashala with its murals and frescoes dipicting Hindu mythology, Rajput grandeur, Royal beauties and wildlife. |
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| Sukh Mahal : 19th Century |
 This summer palace where Rudyard Kipling stayed when he visited Bundi in late 19th Century. This magnificient palace was constructed during the reign of Rao Raja Vishnu Singh. It is said that an underground tunnel runs from Sukh Mahal to Taragarh Fort. |
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| Jait Singh : 18th Century |
Construction of water storage tanks, ponds and lakes was considered a divine duty of the rulers. Jait Sagar, named after Jeta Meena was commissioned by his rule. Surrounded by lush green hills it offers a serene recluse to a harried city dweller. RaoRaja Surjan's mother Gehlotni Jayvanti got the earthen dam repaired and masonary work was done. Later MahaRao Raja Vishnu SIngh (1830-1878) built a palace of comfort with formal gardens |
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| Eighty Four Pillared : 17th Century |
Built by Deva Gujar during the reign of RaoRaja Anirudddha Singh (1676-1696) to worship Lord Shiva, the God of creation as well as destruction. The two storeyed structure is on high elevation and it has 84 pillars in all. The ceiling has artistically carved figurines of dancers and musicians. The cenotaph has a 16 pillared peeled orange shaped dome and four-4 pillared smaller domes. |
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| Chitrashala |
 A beautiful pavilion and gallery of fascinating murals in the miniature style. The walls are adorned with elaborate painting depicting scenes from the Ragmala and Raslila, the Radha-Krishna legends. The colour scheme of all these paintings is blue, green, turquoise on white with touches of terracotta or yellow. Bundi Wall paintings are famous all over the world. |
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| Ramgarh |
 Wildlife sanctuary lies in the southeastern portion of Rajasthan between 24.59" & 25.53" north latitude and 75 19'.30" to 76 49.30" east longitude. The approximate stretch of the area is 10 Km and 50 Km in north to east and east to west respectively. |
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