Bundi Tourism

"The Queen of Hadoti" Bundi Tourism A princely state for a princely stay, in the northwest of India, lies the district of Bundi, in the Hadoti region of the royal state ofRajasthan. In ancient times, the area around Bundi was apparently inhabited by various local tribes. Bundi was previously called 'Bunda-Ka-Nal"; Nal meaning 'narrow ways'. It is said to derive its name from a former Meena tribe man called Bunda Meena. Later the region was governed by Rao Deva Hada who took over Bundi from Jaita Meena in 1342 and established a princely state Bundi renaming the surrounding area called Hadoti the land of great Hada Rajputs. Bundi is home to some of the most magnificent palaces, majestic forts, its baolis (meaning water wells or step wells), haves, temples and chhatris with carved pillars. It is of great historical significance as it has been a witness to many battles and legendary tales of valor. Bundi is blessed with a plethora of nature along with a beautiful pattern of rivers and lakes and some enchanted waterfalls. The lushy lands of this area are host to a huge variety of flora and fauna. The picturesque sceneries of Bundi have inspired a lot of writers and artists. Situated at a distance of 210 km from Jaipur and 35 km fromKotasurrounded by the Aravalli Range on three sides, this city lies near a narrow gorge. A substantial wall with four gateways encircles the city. Download Bundi PDF Guide > What's Great? Houses the famous stepwell. Many of the town's old buildings and Havelis are painted in bright Indigo colour which is a delight to watch. What's not so Great? Cannot be visited throughout the year as the summers are very hot. For Whom Bundi is ideal for culture and history lovers and photographers. Equally suitable for weekend tourists from nearby sites like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur etc.

A Warrior's Playground Nicknamed so for being a mute witness to many historical wars, Bundi is a historic cum cultural town in the Hadoti region of the state of Rajasthan. Developed by Rao Deva Hada. Lying near a narrow gorge, surrounded by the Aravali Hills, Bundi is also naturally blessed with enchanting waterfalls. Besides, Bundi is also a host to a plethora of historically significant sites, whether from the Rajput perspective or the Mughal perspective.

One Day Itinerary Day 1 -Reach Bundi preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll on the city side, and do some shopping. Bundi is famous for carved wooden items, metal wares, silver jewellery and murals.Day 2 -The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the Taragarh Fort. Thereon, you can proceed to Badal Mahal, for some sightseeing.Day 3 -The final day can be reserved for the Bhoraji ka Kund, a famous pond having both religious and historical significance. Thereon, you can proceed towards Chaurasi Khambon Ki Chattri, another marvellous display of architecture.

Restaurants and Local Food in Bundi This arid nature of this area and its history of wars and battles has had a huge influence on the cuisine of Rajasthan. The Marwari influence in this region has lead to an extremely dominant vegetarian variety, although meat too is popular. Due to the scarcity of water, this cuisine has incorporated the use of milk in its dishes, making it extremely popular not only locally but in other parts of the world too.This cuisine is served traditionally in a thali, which is a large platter like plate with servings of multiple dishes at once. This traditional food culture here does not believe in the concept of a dessert after your meal but in including it before or during the meal itself. Its must try dishes are Dal Baati Churma, Gatte ki Sabzi, Laal Maas and Kesariya Murg. View 5 Restaurants in Bundi >>

Oct-Maris the best time to visit Bundi Bundi's weather is pretty much same as the weather in the rest of Rajasthan. The summers in this region are extremely hot and dry, with the maximum temperature during daytime reaching up to 35 - 43 degrees Celcius, the days here are extremely dry with hot winds blowing. As it gets closer to night time, the temperature slowly begins to drop, making it a little cooler. During the winter season, the weather here gets extremely chilly, with the temperature dropping down to 5 degrees Celcius. The winters in this place are an absolute delight. The rainfalls in Bundi are restricted to the months of July till mid September. The monsoons here make days extremely humid, with the level of humidity reaching up to 90%. So keeping all of the above in mind, the best time to visit Bundi is from October to March, when climatic conditions remain cool and pleasant. Weather in Bundi Loading... Bundi in Summer (April - June) This is the least advisable time for the travellers, who will find hot and unbearable summers in the region. The temperatures go to as high as 45 degrees Celcius, which are bound to ruin your outdoor plans. Bundi in Monsoon (July - September) Although this region receives moderate to occasionally heavy rainfall, Bundi is worth visiting, especially for budget travelers, in this season, who can expect good discounts. Bundi in Winter (October - March) This is an ideal season for a visit to Bundi, with pleasant climate and a lovely ambience waiting for your arrival. October onwards, the area turns lively and beautiful owing to the pleasant climate. Monthly Weather in Bundi Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 10 23 February 13 28 March 18 33 April 26 40 May 29 41 June 29 40 July 26 33 August 25 30 September 25 34 October 22 33 November 15 30 December 12 27

Events in Bundi Bundi Utsav 26th - 28th November Every year in November, the town of Bundi comes alive with color and activity in preparation for the Bundi Utsav. Dotted with palaces and forts, this beautiful locale celebrates folk dances, music and handicrafts during this three day festival.