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Various
tourist attractions in Kota are the Jag Mandir, Kota Fort, Brij Raj
Bhawan Palace, Umed Bhawan Palace, a splendid haveli with beautiful
frescoes and the royal cenotaphs.
Jag Mandir
Kishore Sagar, the picturesque artificial tank lies between the City
Palace and the RTDC Hotel Chambal. Jag Mandir Palace is situated right
in the middle of the Kishore Sagar, on a small island. The Jaj Mandir
palace was built in 1740 by one of the Maharani of Kota. This palace
can be seen at its best early in the morning but is exquisite at any
day time. The azure waters around the Jag Mandir enhances its beauty.
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Kota
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Kota Fort
The Kota Fort is one of the famous tourist attraction in Kota and
overlooks the Chambal river. This fort also houses the museum and has
some elaborately painted chambers. The Kota fort was built by the Jait
Singh, in the mid 13th century. The Kota Fort is known for its Durbar
Hall which has beautiful paintings and mirror work and has doors of
ebony and ivory. The exquisite miniature paintings of the Kota school
are also housed within the Durbar Hall. The Maharajas of Kota later
abandoned the fort and build various palaces.
Chambal Garden
Chambal Garden is the lush green garden at Amar Niwas. This place is a
lovely picnic spot. While enjoying the beauty of the place one can
even enjoy a boat ride.
Umed Bhawan Palace
Umed Bhawan is one of the most beautiful palaces of Kota. Umed Bhawan
Palace was built in 1009 by Maharao Umed Singh II of Kota. This palace
was designed by Sir Swinton Jacob who spent many years in Rajasthan.
The overall design of the palace is European. Umed Bhawan Palace has
now been converted into a luxurious heritage hotel. There are long
corridors, courtyard, Italian marble floors, Edwardian drawing room
and a billiard room in the hotel. There is also a very well laid out
garden which surrounds the heritage hotel.
Rao Madho Singh Ji Museum
Rao Madho Singh Ji Museum was formerly a palace and is named after the
son of the ruler of Bundi who was made the first ruler of Kota by the
Mughal emperor Jahangir. This museum gives a wonderful glimpse of the
glory and history of the place. This museum houses a rich collection
of Rajput paintings of the Kota school, exquisite sculptures,
miniature paintings, ancient armory and other valuable antiques. The
museum is the treasure house of artistic items used by the rulers of
Kota. The museum is closed on Fridays and state holidays.
Kota Barrage
Kota Barrage is a part of the irrigation canal system on the Chambal
River. This beautiful place is ideal for outings and evening strolls.
Brijraj Bhawan Palace
Brijraj Bhawan Palace, a colonial style palace is situated on the
banks of Chambal river. This palace was built in the early nineties.
The palace has large spacious rooms that are tastefully done up with
antique furniture. An interesting feature of the palace is that almost
all the rooms overlook the Chambal river providing an arresting view
of the mighty river. Brijraj Bhawan Palace has now been converted into
a luxurious heritage hotel.
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